World Wednesday takes us to the early days of Queen Elizabeth I’s court amid intrigue and international turmoil. Her Majesty is protected quite visibly by her trusted royal guards and oh-so-secretly by 5 young maids-in-waiting chosen by her for their very special talents. Read an excerpt here to meet Meg during her pickpocketing days with … Continue reading Maid of Secrets, by Jennifer McGowan (book review) – spying for the Queen, perilous times