The Diamond of Drury Lane
The Diamond of Drury Lane
Winner of the Waterstone's Children's Book Prize and the Nestle Children's Book Prize in 2006.
At the Theatre Royal in Drury-Lane, Covent Garden,
This present day, being 1st January, 1790,
Will be presented the COMEDY, of
The Diamond of Drury Lane
(A comedy written in five acts by Miss Cat Royal.)
Cat Royal, orphan, adventurer and ward of the Theatre Royal, lives among the most gifted actors and musicians of the age. She rubs shoulders with the highest in society, and plays in the gutter of Covent Garden with the lowest. We are pleased to present to you her story, a tale of one hidden diamond, two bare-knuckle boxers, and three dread enemies...
With a New Musical INTERLUDE
by Mr Pedro Hawkins, late of Africa.
To which will be added a farce, called
The Mogul’s Tale
In which a hot air balloon will land on stage.
Boxes 5s. Pit 3s. First Gallery 2s. Upper Gallery 1s.
Places for the boxes to be had from Mr. Smith at the stage-door of the Theatre.
No Persons to be admitted behind the Scenes without permission, nor any Money to be returned after the Curtain is drawn up.
Vivat REX.
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Kathryn wrote on 26 May 2007:
I'm 14 and I'm from Australia. this was the first book of yours I've read and I loved it! I can't wait to read more and i haven't even finished it yet! I would like to be a writter one day and your book are great 'research' for me. I'll continue to read your books if you continue to write. thank you for pleasure your books give.
Jen wrote on 06 May 2007:
I just finished reading 'The Diamond of Drury Lane' and i loved it, cant waiit to start the next one, and the 3rd one. Was the best book ive read in ages.. a really good story!! I also think the characters were great especially cat and pedro!!!
Charlotte Owen wrote on 23 April 2007:
i've not finished the book but its great so far, though i have not read any other of Cat Royal's books im sure they are as exciting as the Diamond of Drury lane.
Jamie lorraine pope wrote on 07 April 2007:
I really liked your book the diamond of drury lane. I borrowed it from school, and i am going to collect all of the Cat Royal books. I bet all of your books are as good as this one. CARRY ON WRITING!
hafsa aged 10 wrote on 25 March 2007:
took me 3 days to finish reading. Gave me great insight into the way people lived years ago. Cat is a CATragous character who is quick on her feet and brilliantly independent. A wonderful book with history, adventure and some cheekyness. Thank you for a wonderful read
Esther Rosewarne wrote on 22 March 2007:
Wow, I have just finished all three of the cat royal books, and, they were... yes absoulutely GREAT! I just cannot wait untill the next book comes out! Just please, Oh Please write more of them! I am now really interested n the 1700's keep writing and i'll keep reading!!! no.1 author!
Natasha wrote on 18 March 2007:
I thought this book was truly amazing! I am a huge fan of Julia Golding and I found this book a work of pure genius! Bravo! Natasha A. W.
frankie wrote on 16 March 2007:
the book is brilliant i am enjoying but i have not finished yet
Emily wrote on 05 March 2007:
We are using your book for the local Children's book awards and I just couldn't put it down! Diamond of Drury Lane IS a diamond to read!
maddy wrote on 05 March 2007:
i love your books i've read the diamond of drury lane and Cat among the pigeons i can't wait until den of thieves come out!!!! i LOVE THEM! I'm even using the Diamond of Drury Lane or a book report at schooL!!
Stacey wrote on 03 March 2007:
I loved this book the best book I have ever my best friend brought because she liked it so much.
emily wrote on 01 March 2007:
i just bought the book today ! and already i cant put it down its that good! ( only for this i had to) never stop writing your books are amazing !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
katy wrote on 24 February 2007:
this book is fantastic!! i have read all of the 3 books in the series so far & cant wait 4 the next 1. Cat Among The Pigeons taught me lots about the slave trade and i understand more about the 1700's!! FAB books!!
Lucie Lucinda Cecile Legall Gibbs wrote on 14 February 2007:
i love the book i have read it three times alraedy cause i just cant put it down it only took me a day to read i also stayed up pased bed time just to finish reading it .i can hardly wait for the next one to come out and i do hope that there will be loads more Cat Royal books to come because they are brilland so thankyou forwriting such fab books please dont stop writing. Lucie
Jessica wrote on 14 February 2007:
Hi julia this book is outstanding i love reading it and im reading it for a year 6 book award at the rotherham show your book is the best keep going from ur biggest book fan jessica
Stacy wrote on 31 January 2007:
I loved reading The Diamond Of Drury Lane i couldnt put it down !!! Cat Amoung The Pigions is also GREAT !!! iv just finished reading it , they are my favourite two books. Cat and Pedro are fantastic characters - Frank and Lizzie too ! i cant wait untill the 3rd book comes out. PLEASE keep on writing more books you are a great Author. Stacy x
Mike A wrote on 31 January 2007:
this book is an amzaing and gripping book it took me only 4 days to read it cuz its like you can not put it down not even for a drink
Claire wrote on 27 January 2007:
It is the best book i have ever read! i was looking among the library and that book stood out so much! well done Julia!
Ema wrote on 25 January 2007:
This is an amazing book! I love all the characters (except the bad ones) and Cat is really great!
Sophie Read wrote on 18 January 2007:
This book was excellant - in fact it is my favourite book. I would love to be Cat, and now I understand more about the time period she lived in. It taught me a lot, but I loved it as well.
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