by Sarah Mountbatten-Windsor Duchess of York
First published 2009
Ruby wants to behave properly, but good manners don't come easily to her. No matter how hard she tries, she can't seem to act as politely as she hopes. Then Ruby receives an unexpected invitation that changes everything. The Queen has asked her to tea at the palace. Ruby knows this is her chance to finally put her best behavior forward. She practices walking gracefully and speaking politely. She rehearses how to hold her teacup and sit up straight. But practicing princess manners proves harder than Ruby imagined. The palace tea approaches quickly, and Ruby worries she won't be ready in time. Will all her努力 pay off when she meets the Queen? Ruby must discover whether true politeness comes from perfect behavior or something deeper inside herself.
Genres: fiction, family-life, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Palace
40 pages · Paperback · Simon & Schuster Children's