Featured non-fiction title Sophia: Princess, Suffragette, Revolutionary

[EmilyMumsnet]

We're delighted to present a new series of non-fiction titles, the first of which is Sophia: Princess, Suffragette, Revolutionary, the dazzling new biography of Sophia Duleep Singh. Written by the acclaimed journalist and writer Anita Anand, the book details the life of the dispossessed Princess and society darling turned revolutionary.

We're giving away 50 free copies to Mumsnetters - apply for yours before Monday 1st June.

Read what Anita has to say about the book here

[thewomaninwhitefluffybunnyears]

Really hope I am lucky with this one, it is right up my street. I love history, it looks fascinating.

[doublepotions]

Just applied looks great. Cannot believe I have never heard of her.

[deadwitchproject]

I saw a play called The Maharajah's Daughters which was about Princess Sophia and her sisters. It was a quite a few years ago now but I remember it being absolutely fascinating. Would love to read this, right up my street too.

[NickySummerbee]

Wow, this sounds very interesting! My favourite patch of history.

[Theimpossiblegirl]

I can't remember if I applied or not! Can I apply again to be sure or will that disqualify me if I already have?

[Cornishchough]

Sounds a fabulous book!!! Wow so intrigued

[NapoleonsNose]

Sounds great. I love women's history and am always on the look out for new biographies.

[Doobydoo]

Fascinating. I think i only put my first name on form though. Have put address.

[Doobydoo]

Added surname. Sorry

[Galaxymum]

Just applied. I heard the author on Radio 4 and she has written about a fascinating woman. I would love to read and review this book.

[Gullygirl]

This sounds like a fascinating read, hope I'm selected.

[gailforce1]

Just received my copy, thank you MN and Bloomsbury. Looking forward to starting when I have finished my current book. Has anyone else received their copy?

[formerlyofLadysmith]

I've received mine & am loving it. In fact you've just reminded me it's in my bag

[Theimpossiblegirl]

I have my copy and a child free day next Friday so I am hoping for nice weather to sit in the garden all day and read.
Thank you.

[Galaxymum]

I received my copy on Friday. I am also looking forward to a quiet day to read this. So thrilled to be selected.

[deadwitchproject]

I received my copy on Friday too. I plan to have a child free morning next week to make a start on it, really looking forward to getting stuck in. Thanks MN.

[NapoleonsNose]

Received mine last week (thanks MN and Bloomsbury) and have read the first 4 or 5 chapters. I am really enjoying it so far and have a day off tomorrow, so intend to sit in the garden for a nice, long read.

[Cornishchough]

Recieved my copy last week! and wow love it already!!

[princessgray]

Fascinating, covering a subject I knew nothing about. It's quite an education.

[homeeconomics]

Started reading it and about 1/4 through. Didn't know that much about history of Sikh religion so very interesting. Also to get an idea of life during Victoria's reign. Gives you a more personal insight into her as a person.

[sallyc06]

I absolutely love this book, packed with mystery and suspense, a real epic, fantastic

[thewomaninwhitefluffybunnyears]

I have only just started this but it looks really interesting. I love stuff around the time of Queen Victoria so perfect. I will post again when I am further forward. Really excited about this one :)

[susanterblanche]

Thank you so much for my copy, I have really enjoyed the book! I must be honest, I had not heard of her before, but the book was so interesting and what an amazing woman! I enjoy biographies but sometimes find them overwhelming depending on the author's style and facts included, but found this really easy to read and very interesting. Thank you so much for my copy!