Catherine: The Great Journey, Russia, 1743

In the vibrant landscape of 18th-century Europe, fourteen-year-old Princess Sophia is on the brink of a monumental change as her mother orchestrates a significant political marriage. The allure of royal life fades when Sophia discovers that her future may be written by someone else entirely. Faced with the prospect of leaving her home in Prussia, she is swept into a whirlwind of intrigue and courtly expectations that challenge her sense of identity and independence.

As Sophia embarks on her journey to Russia, she encounters a world filled with opulence and danger, learning the harsh realities of power and responsibility. Richly drawn characters and historical detail illuminate her growth from a sheltered girl into a young woman ready to carve her own path. The story unfolds with excitement as Sophia navigates her evolving relationships, ultimately leading her to question what it truly means to be a princess in a world defined by ambition and survival.