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Chaos reigns in Marienstat as Duke Conrad of Regia, the king's uncle, plots to overthrow the new government of Westmark and bring an end to the reforms instituted by Mickle, now Queen Augusta, Theo, and their companions. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Mickle, once a common street urchin, now rules Westmark as the wise Queen Augusta. Yet the kingdom is strangely restless. Ghosts of the past lurk everywhere, whispering of future war. Justin and his revolutionaries denounce the monarchy--even the benevolent Mickle. Cabbarus, banished from Westmark, plots to seize the throne and install a Reign of Terror.

Theo, the famed Colonel Kestrel, remembers it all--the bloody battles, and the fight for his own soul. The past has returned to haunt the present, and Theo, once again, must join in the struggle. Who will at last command the fate of Westmark? --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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2.0 out of 5 stars Confusing, Sep 4 2003

By	katie (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Beggar Queen (Paperback)

I think that the book The Beggar Queen is a little confusing because its just that like all of a sudden a character pops up out of no where. ANd i really dont understand it! i have to take a test on it tomorrow and i really dont understand it and i am having to read a HALF of the book tonite then skimmin and scannin it ... so yeh

~~Katie

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2.0 out of 5 stars Confusing Swashbuckler, Jun 13 2002

By	Plume45 "kitka12345" (Westchester, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Beggar Queen (Paperback)

I definitely prefer Lloyd Alexander's fantasy world to his realistic fiction set in mini monarchies. Perhaps it's because I have not read the first two books in his Westmark series, but I was confused by the very complex plot--multiple schemes and counterschemes of many characters--to keep things straight.
I was relatively indifferent to most of their opposing political goals, though I sympathized with the romantic threads. It was not clear which characters I was suppposed to support over others. Besides the casts of thousands, Beggar Queen presents most of them with nicknames which do not always indicate gender. Also readers must perform mental gymnastics to keep track of events which are happening concurrently to several charactrers, resulting in literary as well as political confusion.

This book includes the usual Adventure Tale traits: fast-paced action, diabolical subterfuge--fiendishly foiled--loyalty, sacrifice and military strategy. Never underestimate the role and the will of the long-trampled People to empower their own destiny! On a a serious note, the author examines the case for and against Monarchy in general. I seriously urge Alexander afficionados to read the first two books in this trilogy before tackling this one. His fans will enjoy this book the more for recognizing many old friends and enemies from the previous stories. And for ultimately determining the fate of Westmark. ???

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5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing Read, Sep 28 2001

By	Anna (Buffalo, NY) - See all my reviews

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I remember reading this book for the first time - over eight years ago as a ten-year-old. Each of the several dozen times since that I have re-read it, I discover new things to love. Alexander writes so beautifully that not a single word is wasted; he creates images that linger in the reader's head for much longer than the average writer's creations. His protagonist, Theo, is so vivid, so real, so painfully human that you agonize with him over every decision and gasp with him at every tug on his heartstrings. You also laugh with him, but the humor in this and the other Westmark trilogy members is comic relief. I've read that this series is too dark for children, but I would say that, for an thoughtful reader, the Westmark trilogy is perfect. Although the series has been targeted by publishers toward a younger age group, teenagers and adults (I convinced my mother to read the series) would appreciate it as well.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The Billy Wilder of Children's Literature
The Beggar Queen is a marvelous conclusion to one of the best and most overlooked series of young adult literature. Read more

Published on Jul 26 2001 by oddsfish

5.0 out of 5 stars One of My Favorite Series
READ THESE BOOKS!!!!!! I offer you no other option, these are all three simply amazing books, and this one is especially good, mainly because I'm absolutely crazy about Mickle and... Read more

Published on April 16 2001 by Margaret w.

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful conclusion to the trilogy
_The Beggar Queen_ is a wonderful conclusion to the Westmark trilogy. Each book in this trilogy is increasingly more complex -- addressing thorny issues such as terrorism and... Read more

Published on Dec 24 1999 by Joy Kim

5.0 out of 5 stars Westmark Deserves Such a Great Ending!
This book, continues a wonderful legacy. The Westmark trilogy has been ended perfectly and righteously. If you enjoyed the other books, then this will not disapoint. Read more

Published on Sep 22 1999