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Chapter Book · 1846
The Count of Monte Cristo
A sailor's quest for revenge after wrongful imprisonment leads to a treasure and a reckoning with fate.
531 pages· 455,380 words
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,066,788 ratings
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Books About Political Intrigue · 22 titles considered
The Best Political Intrigue Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about political 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 10 Favorite Books About Political Intrigue
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–+ · 2015
Queen of Shadows
By Sarah J. Maas · Book #4 in the Throne of Glass series
A queen returns to reclaim her throne and confront her past.
648 pages· 182,579 words· Est. 17 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 1,548,750 ratings
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$2754
Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2015
Winter
A princess and her allies must overthrow an evil queen to end a war.
827 pages· 206,250 words· Est. 19 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 318,409 ratings
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$1498
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2006
The King of Attolia
By Megan Whalen Turner · Book #3 in the The Queen's Thief series
A cunning thief navigates court intrigue and hidden dangers in a world of deception.
432 pages· 86,597 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.4/5 Goodreads · 43,946 ratings
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$958
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2015
The Forgotten Sisters
By Shannon Hale · Book #3 in the Princess Academy series
Miri must uncover a royal secret while teaching reluctant princesses.
352 pages· 63,745 words· Est. 9 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 11,816 ratings
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$1139
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2015
The Fixer
By Jennifer Lynn Barnes · Book #1 in the The Fixer series
A teen becomes a high school fixer, uncovering a conspiracy that threatens everything.
372 pages· 87,401 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 24,071 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 12–18 · 2016
Stars Above
Uncover secrets of Cinder, Wolf, and Winter in the Lunar Chronicles universe.
400 pages· 83,524 words· Est. 8 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 109,325 ratings
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$2089
Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2025
Fearless
By Lauren Roberts · Book #3 in the The Powerless Trilogy series
A choice in Ilya will seal destinies and test loyalties forever.
593 pages· 159,655 words· Est. 15 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 451,083 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2023
Nightbane
By Alex Aster · Book #2 in the Lightlark series
A leader's heart battles betrayal as secrets threaten her realms.
432 pages· 114,666 words· Est. 10.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 202,862 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 3–7 · 1844
The Three Musketeers
By John Manders (Illustrator), Alexandre Dumas
Can young D’Artagnan prove himself worthy to join the legendary Musketeers?
592 pages· 224,741 words· Est. 62.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 352,954 ratings
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Political Intrigue Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about political intrigue for developing and independent readers.
Graphic Nov.
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Land of Black Gold
Ages 10–13 · 1950
Exploding engines lead to a perilous quest for the truth.
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King's Cage
Ages 13–+ · 2017
A prisoner without power, Mare faces betrayal and rebellion as war looms.
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$1999
Broken Throne
Ages 13–+ · 2019
Explore new tales and secrets in the world of Red Queen.
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$1999
Lightlark
Ages 13–17 · 2022
A deadly game on Lightlark decides the fate of six cursed realms. One must die.
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$1099
The Traitor's Game
Ages 13–17 · 2018
A rebel plot, a powerful blade, and a captive who defies expectations.
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$2499
The Shadows Between Us
Ages 13–18 · 2020
She plans to woo, marry, and kill the Shadow King. But can she keep her heart in check?
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$1299
The Betrayed
Ages 13–+ · 2021
A broken heart, a tyrant king, and a choice that could change everything.
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Isabel
Ages 9–12 · 2000
A princess defies political schemes to choose her own destiny.
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$1699
Court of Swans
Ages 13–17 · 2021
A daughter fights to save her brothers from execution. Can she trust her unlikely ally?
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Magic Under Glass
Ages 12–17 · 2009
A singer's new job with a sorcerer's automaton reveals dark secrets and a trapped fairy prince.
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$2999
The Queen's Assassin
Ages 14–17 · 2020
An assassin and his apprentice face a web of secrets threatening their kingdom and hearts.
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