Books About Palace Intrigue

The Best Palace Intrigue Books for Kids

Looking for excellent children's books about palace intrigue? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

The Shortlist

Our 4 Favorite Books About Palace Intrigue

The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 1
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2017

The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 1

A servant skilled in herbal medicine breaks a palace curse and lands amid court intrigue.

176 pages
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Summary: Maomao, a young woman trained in herbal medicine, is stuck working as a lowly servant in the emperor's inner palace. When she quietly breaks a "curse" afflicting the imperial heirs, she catches the eye of the handsome eunuch Jinshi, who promotes her to food taster. Soon her knowledge of poisons and remedies draws her into one palace mystery after another.
The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 3
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Chapter Book · 2018

The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 3

A herbalist's palace fame leads to freedom and a new mystery.

194 pages· 8,066 words
4.5 Goodreads · 16,519 ratings
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Summary: Maomao, a young herbalist, gains unexpected fame after a palace banquet. Her newfound notoriety grants her a brief escape to the pleasure district, where she reunites with family and friends. However, her return is shadowed by a new enigma. What mystery awaits her beyond the palace walls, and how will it intertwine with her past? As Maomao navigates this puzzling world, she must unravel secrets that could change everything. Will her skills and wit be enough to solve the mystery that awaits?
The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 2
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2018

The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 2

A servant's herbal skills unravel palace secrets and intrigue.

178 pages· 5,763 words· Est. 43 min read
4.5 Goodreads · 20,051 ratings
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Summary: In a palace filled with secrets, a clever servant named Maomao uses her herbal knowledge to break a mysterious curse on the imperial heirs. Her success propels her from drudgery to the role of food taster, catching the eye of the enigmatic eunuch Jinshi. But as Maomao navigates her new position, she discovers that Jinshi has deeper plans for her talents. With each potion brewed, Maomao finds herself entangled in a web of palace mysteries. Can she uncover the truth before it's too late, or will the palace's secrets consume her?
Happily Ever After
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2015

Happily Ever After

Discover untold stories of love and intrigue in the world of the Selection series.

416 pages· 81,438 words· Est. 7.5 hour read
4.0 Goodreads · 83,689 ratings
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Summary: Explore the hidden tales of Prince Maxon and Amberly before their destinies unfold. Witness the Selection from a guard's perspective and a girl's unexpected romance. This collection unveils four novellas, including exclusive print-only stories, and bonus content that enriches the beloved Selection series. Dive into the secrets and emotions that shaped the characters you love, and uncover new layers of courtly intrigue and romance. What choices led them to their fates, and what unseen forces were at play? This companion is essential for fans eager to delve deeper into the enchanting world of Illéa.