Books About Royal Families

The Best Royal Families Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

Looking for excellent children's books about royal families? 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.

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Chapter Book · Ages 10–13 · 1999

Elizabeth I

By Kathryn Lasky · The Royal Diaries series

Young Elizabeth navigates court intrigue and family turmoil before her reign.

238 pages· 39,385 words· Est. 4.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 11,058 ratings
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Summary: In the shadow of her father's court, young Princess Elizabeth records her life in a diary. Amidst celebrations and studies, she faces the haunting memory of her mother's execution and the looming uncertainty of her father's health. As she navigates the treacherous waters of royal intrigue, Elizabeth's resilience and intelligence are tested. Will she rise above the challenges that threaten her future? Discover the early years of a girl destined to become one of England's most iconic queens.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2025

Talons of Power (Graphic Novel)

By Tui T. Sutherland, Barry Deutsch (Adapter), Rachel Swirsky (Adapter), Mike Holmes (Illustrator), Maarta Laiho (Colorist) · Book #9 in the Wings of Fire Graphic Novels series

A reluctant dragon must confront a legendary threat or remain hidden forever.

240 pages· 20,929 words· Est. 4 hour read
4.6/5 Goodreads · 1,378 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Turtle, a dragon with secret animus powers, prefers to stay hidden. But when the ancient and dangerous Darkstalker returns, Turtle realizes someone must stop him. As time runs out, Turtle faces a choice: find a hero or become one. Can he step out of the shadows and save Pyrrhia, or will his fears keep him hidden? Dive into the ninth graphic novel of the Wings of Fire series to discover Turtle's fate.
Chapter Book · Ages 10–14 · 2020

The Highland Falcon Thief

A boy must solve a jewel theft on a royal train to clear his friend's name.

272 pages· 51,503 words· Est. 5.5 hour read
4.3/5 Goodreads · 3,088 ratings
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Summary: Eleven-year-old Hal Beck embarks on a royal train journey with his uncle, expecting boredom. Instead, he befriends a stowaway, Lenny, and faces a mystery when a princess's diamond necklace is stolen. With suspicion on Lenny, Hal must use his keen observation and sketching skills to find the real thief and save his friend before the train's final stop. Can Hal uncover the truth in time?
Chapter Book · Ages 7–10 · 2017

Amelia Fang and the Barbaric Ball

A vampire girl must rescue her pet pumpkin from a spoiled prince in a world where nothing is as it seems.

224 pages· 15,792 words· Est. 2 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,272 ratings
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Summary: In the darkly whimsical world of Nocturnia, young vampire Amelia Fang prefers her pet pumpkin Squashy and friends over her parents' Barbaric Ball. When the King's bratty son Tangine kidnaps Squashy, Amelia, along with Florence the yeti and Grimaldi the reaper, must devise a daring rescue. As they race against time, they uncover unsettling truths about their shadowy realm. Can Amelia save Squashy and unravel the mysteries of Nocturnia before it's too late? Dive into a tale where glitter is feared, and unicorns haunt nightmares, and discover if Amelia can outsmart the spoiled prince.
Chapter Book · Ages 6–9 · 2013

Frozen: Anna's Icy Adventure

A kingdom trapped in eternal winter. Can a daring journey save it?

80 pages· 8,664 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 239 ratings
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Summary: Anna embarks on a daring quest with mountain man Kristoff and his reindeer Sven to find her sister Elsa, whose icy powers have plunged Arendelle into endless winter. Facing treacherous conditions and magical creatures, they must race against time to restore warmth and save their kingdom. Will they succeed before it's too late?
Chapter Book · Ages 13–18 · 2019

The Deceiver's Heart

A memory-stripped warrior must reclaim her past to defeat a tyrant and survive looming war.

384 pages· 96,982 words· Est. 9 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 6,725 ratings
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Summary: Kestra Dallisor wields the Olden Blade but fails to defeat the tyrant Lord Endrick, losing her memory and freedom. Simon, heartbroken, seeks to restore her rebellious spirit without magic. As war threatens, and enemies close in, Kestra and Simon must rebuild trust to survive. Can they mend their fractured bond and reclaim their destinies in a world of treachery and magic?
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2011

The Silver Bowl

By Diane Stanley · Book #1 in the Silver Bowl series

A maid's visions reveal a curse threatening a prince. Can she save the kingdom?

336 pages· 56,830 words· Est. 8 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 2,509 ratings
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Summary: Molly, a scullery maid with a secret gift of visions, discovers a curse threatening Prince Alaric of Westria. As she polishes the royal silver, her visions reveal the danger only she can see. With the help of her friends, Tobias and Winifred, Molly must unravel the mystery and save the kingdom. Can this unlikely heroine overcome her past and protect the future of Westria?
Chapter Book · Ages 13–+ · 2021

The Betrayed

By Kiera Cass · Book #2 in the The Betrothed series

A broken heart, a tyrant king, and a choice that could change everything.

320 pages· 66,095 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 21,903 ratings
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Summary: Hollis, fleeing a shattered past, finds refuge with the Eastoffe family in Isolte. As tensions rise, she faces a choice: help unseat a tyrannical king or follow her heart's secret desires. With a surly cousin complicating matters, can Hollis balance her new loyalties with her own longings? The fate of her adopted homeland hangs in the balance, and Hollis must decide if she can risk everything for a chance at peace and love.
Picture Book · 1978

The Enchanted Feast

By Grace Lee (Illustrator) · Sofia the First series

An evil fairy disrupts a magical feast. Can Sofia and her team save the day?

40 pages· 807 words
3.6/5 Goodreads · 128 ratings
Hardcover
Summary: At the Enchanted Feast, Cedric plans to dazzle with magic, but chaos ensues when Miss Nettle, an evil fairy, seizes control. Sofia, with her friends Clover, Cedric, and Wormwood, must protect her precious amulet and save her family. Will they outsmart the sorceress and restore peace to the Tri-Kingdom Area? Discover the twists and turns in this magical adventure.
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2016

Ghosts in Palaces

Explore haunted palaces where ghostly queens still roam.

24 pages· 604 words· Est. 6 min read
3.8/5 Goodreads · 18 ratings
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Library Binding
Summary: Step into England's haunted palaces, where the past lingers in the form of ghostly encounters. Young readers will uncover eerie tales of spirits, including the spectral presence of Anne Boleyn. What secrets do these gilded halls hold, and who might you meet in the shadows? Discover the chilling stories that bring history to life in a way you never imagined.
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