In which Sophie lives her life in Germany with her mother, father, and two younger siblings. One day she learns that she is to go to Russia to meet Empress Elizabeth and meet her future husband Peter! Sophie and her mother get on a sleigh and start the long journey to Russia. They get there and the Empress changes Sophie's name to Catherine when she changes her religion. She gets showered with gifts from the Empress: jewels, dresses, and a little puppy that she dresses up. Catherine's husband is still a boy but they become friends.
Before I read this book I didn't really know who Catherine the Great was. It was fun to learn about somebody new. She ruled for 35 years after Peter III died. So much happened during her reign. LOTS of stuff happened in the new world: Europeans discovered Hawaii, Uranus was spotted, and Catherine helped cure smallpox. I'm a new fan of Catherine the Great and can't wait to learn more about her.
This is in the Royal Diaries series.
Recommended for people who like: Catherine the Great, snow, and long walks.
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