Very intriguing beginning. I like the premise of taking notes from the queen even if they are nonsense.
Have to say for me, the first paragraph sort of gave away it was a real summons for the queen, so I didn't buy into the is it a prank or isn't it scheme. But it helped established the characters, so I still enjoyed it.
I really love your historical fiction! You should do a historical fiction novel next
Wy wife has the same opinion!
Very intriguing beginning. I like the premise of taking notes from the queen even if they are nonsense.
Have to say for me, the first paragraph sort of gave away it was a real summons for the queen, so I didn't buy into the is it a prank or isn't it scheme. But it helped established the characters, so I still enjoyed it.
I wanted the reader to know and see his lack of self confidence. You definitely sussed out the purpose.
Worked out well, then! :)