by Joanne Suter
First published 2010
When young Edward VI of England and Tom Canty, a poor street urchin, inexplicably trade places, each boy is thrust into the other's vastly different world. Edward, now living as a pauper, discovers the hardships of poverty and the sense of powerlessness that comes with it. Meanwhile, Tom, elevated to the throne, grapples with the heavy burden of ruling a kingdom. As they navigate these unexpected circumstances, both boys gain a profound appreciation for the lives of those unlike themselves, leading to a redefinition of what it means to be a true leader.
Genres: historical-fiction, 20th-century, adventure, 19th-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, role-reversal
Setting: England
Period: 19th-century
88 pages · Paperback · Saddleback Educational Publishing