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The Smallest Man

par Frances Quinn

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''I want you to remember something, Nat. You''re small on the outside. But inside you''re as big as everyone else. You show people that and you won''t go far wrong in life.''   An uplifting, feel-good story perfect for fans of Mrs England The Doll Factory and The Devil and the Dark Water   My name is Nat Davy. Perhaps you''ve heard of me? There was a time when people up and down the land knew my name, though they only ever knew half the story.   The year of 1625, it was, when a single shilling changed my life. That shilling got me taken off to London, where they hid me in a pie, of all things, so I could be given as a gift to the new queen of England.   They called me the queen''s dwarf, but I was more than that. I was her friend, when she had no one else, and later on, when the people of England turned against their king, it was me who saved her life. When they turned the world upside down, I was there, right at the heart of it, and this is my story.   Inspired by a true story, and spanning two decades that changed England for ever, The Smallest Man is a heartwarming tale about being different, but not letting it hold you back. About being brave enough to take a chance, even if the odds aren''t good. And about how, when everything else is falling apart, true friendship holds people together. Praise for The Smallest Man: ''An enchanting tale about a small man with a big heart. Nat Davy is so charming that I couldn''t bear to put this book down. I loved it'' Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City ''A perfect fusion of history and invention. It''s so purposefully written, cuts right to the chase, galloping along. Nat''s wit and humour makes the poignancy of his story all the more powerful - The Smallest Man has the biggest heart'' Beth Morrey, author of Saving Missy ''What a page-turner! A timely tale celebrating courage, determination and friendship, it serves as a warning against prejudice and superficial judgements'' Anita Frank, author of The Lost Ones ''I absolutely loved it. It''s a rare thing to get a historical fiction that is wonderfully researched, pitch-perfectly voiced and unputdownable, but this is the real deal. A perfectly formed masterpiece. I raced through it'' C.S. Quinn, author of The Bastille Spy ''I loved this book - a fascinating tale of extraordinary accomplishment, and a story about how anything is possible and how love has always been a beacon of hope'' Phillip Schofield ''I adored Nat Davy''s witty narrative as his personal struggles and triumphs unfolded alongside the compelling events of a troubled court and a Queen in jeopardy. I found myself rooting for the Smallest Man in England from the very first page'' Sonia Velton, author of Blackberry and Wild Rose ''Great memorable books are made by great, memorable characters. Frances Quinn''s Nat Davy is such a character. The Smallest Man is a beautiful, heartwarming tale, weaving history and fiction intricately and seamlessly. I was routing for Nat from the first page. Quinn shows us how a big heart and strength of character can lead anyone, perceived disability or not, to achieve great things, and that kindness and compassion are the most important of human qualities. I loved this book'' Louise Fein, author of People Like Us   ''This book took me on an epic journey with a character that will always have a special place in my heart, I shall miss Nat Davy immensely!'' Emma Cooper, author of If I Could Say Goodbye ''Written with a wonderful lightness of touch, full of humour and humanity... An engaging, compelling, thought-provoking story of a life less ordinary'' Caroline Scott, author of The Photographer of the Lost  ''A beguiling and well-written tale, whose mysterious protagonist is plucked from a famous painting; the carefully crafted historic context uncannily reflects contemporary politics'' Ellen Alpsten, author of Tsarina ''What a wonderful romp through such a turbulent period of history. I absolutely fell for the book''s narrator: an ebullient character whose voice and world view I adored'' Polly Crosby, author of The Illustrated Child… (plus d'informations)
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A light but enjoyable read. Characters based on historical characters. A writer to watch, as there was some quite good storytelling in parts. ( )
  celerydog | Mar 5, 2023 |
Nat Davy is different, he is ten years old but is the same height as a two-year old and of no use to his father. Escaping the fate of being sold into a freak show Nat is instead given as a gift to the Queen, a shy 15year old Frenchwoman whose husband prefers his friends to his wife. However Nat learns love and loyalty as the country is thrown into civil war, he risks his life for those he loves and finds his family again
Whilst this is a fiction, it is based on the imaginary story of a number of court dwarves of the 16th and 17th century. Here the setting is around the court of Charles I and the tumultuous events of the civil war that pit brother against brother. It is a very pastel-painted picture and the plot suspends belief at times but it is also a very warm story about a lovable character who just wants what everyone else can have. The book is a lovely read, not too taxing but with the interest of the historical setting ( )
  pluckedhighbrow | Feb 10, 2021 |
Roll up, roll up! Come and meet Nathaniel Davy, the Smallest Man in England.

If you want to become thoroughly engrossed in the story of a man who has led the most extraordinary life then look no further than The Smallest Man. Frances Quinn's debut novel is an absolute historical tour de force. Although fiction, it's based around the real life smallest man, Jeffrey Hudson. The author has done a wonderful job at weaving fact and fiction together.

Nat is only 10 when he is given as a gift for the new queen of England, Queen Henrietta Maria, wife of King Charles I. From a relatively happy home life with his family, he is thrust into court life and it's probably fair to say it's the making of him. He achieves much, things that he could never have imagined he would be able to do back home in Oakham, Rutland (ironically England's smallest county).

Nat is a fantastic character, one for the reader to really get behind and root for. Even when I was getting exasperated with him for one reason or another, I still adored him and found him incredibly likeable. I thought all the characterisations were written with a deft touch, bringing each and every one to life through conversation and adept descriptions.

For the historical fiction lover this is a must-read. This is not a period in history that I know a great deal about but I have learned so much from reading The Smallest Man. It's rich with detail about life at court, the war between the King and the Parliamentarians, and life for Nat as someone who is seen as a curiosity wherever he goes.

Frances Quinn's writing is sublime. I can't tell you how easy this book is to read. It flows perfectly and I just couldn't put it down. I found myself enthralled by the powerful scenes and the vivid settings, and utterly captivated by the book as a whole. I'm sad to leave Nat behind but feel enriched by having read his tale. As you might have guessed, this is a very special read and I absolutely loved it. ( )
  nicx27 | Dec 9, 2020 |
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''I want you to remember something, Nat. You''re small on the outside. But inside you''re as big as everyone else. You show people that and you won''t go far wrong in life.''   An uplifting, feel-good story perfect for fans of Mrs England The Doll Factory and The Devil and the Dark Water   My name is Nat Davy. Perhaps you''ve heard of me? There was a time when people up and down the land knew my name, though they only ever knew half the story.   The year of 1625, it was, when a single shilling changed my life. That shilling got me taken off to London, where they hid me in a pie, of all things, so I could be given as a gift to the new queen of England.   They called me the queen''s dwarf, but I was more than that. I was her friend, when she had no one else, and later on, when the people of England turned against their king, it was me who saved her life. When they turned the world upside down, I was there, right at the heart of it, and this is my story.   Inspired by a true story, and spanning two decades that changed England for ever, The Smallest Man is a heartwarming tale about being different, but not letting it hold you back. About being brave enough to take a chance, even if the odds aren''t good. And about how, when everything else is falling apart, true friendship holds people together. Praise for The Smallest Man: ''An enchanting tale about a small man with a big heart. Nat Davy is so charming that I couldn''t bear to put this book down. I loved it'' Louise Hare, author of This Lovely City ''A perfect fusion of history and invention. It''s so purposefully written, cuts right to the chase, galloping along. Nat''s wit and humour makes the poignancy of his story all the more powerful - The Smallest Man has the biggest heart'' Beth Morrey, author of Saving Missy ''What a page-turner! A timely tale celebrating courage, determination and friendship, it serves as a warning against prejudice and superficial judgements'' Anita Frank, author of The Lost Ones ''I absolutely loved it. It''s a rare thing to get a historical fiction that is wonderfully researched, pitch-perfectly voiced and unputdownable, but this is the real deal. A perfectly formed masterpiece. I raced through it'' C.S. Quinn, author of The Bastille Spy ''I loved this book - a fascinating tale of extraordinary accomplishment, and a story about how anything is possible and how love has always been a beacon of hope'' Phillip Schofield ''I adored Nat Davy''s witty narrative as his personal struggles and triumphs unfolded alongside the compelling events of a troubled court and a Queen in jeopardy. I found myself rooting for the Smallest Man in England from the very first page'' Sonia Velton, author of Blackberry and Wild Rose ''Great memorable books are made by great, memorable characters. Frances Quinn''s Nat Davy is such a character. The Smallest Man is a beautiful, heartwarming tale, weaving history and fiction intricately and seamlessly. I was routing for Nat from the first page. Quinn shows us how a big heart and strength of character can lead anyone, perceived disability or not, to achieve great things, and that kindness and compassion are the most important of human qualities. I loved this book'' Louise Fein, author of People Like Us   ''This book took me on an epic journey with a character that will always have a special place in my heart, I shall miss Nat Davy immensely!'' Emma Cooper, author of If I Could Say Goodbye ''Written with a wonderful lightness of touch, full of humour and humanity... An engaging, compelling, thought-provoking story of a life less ordinary'' Caroline Scott, author of The Photographer of the Lost  ''A beguiling and well-written tale, whose mysterious protagonist is plucked from a famous painting; the carefully crafted historic context uncannily reflects contemporary politics'' Ellen Alpsten, author of Tsarina ''What a wonderful romp through such a turbulent period of history. I absolutely fell for the book''s narrator: an ebullient character whose voice and world view I adored'' Polly Crosby, author of The Illustrated Child

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