A valuable jewel could send Lucinda from rags back to riches, or it might just make her life much more complicated. Add in a handsome prince, a cocky thief, otherworldly beings, and a horrible aunt and things will definitely never be the same for Lucinda.
This short but sweet story, reminiscent of Cinderella, will appeal to younger girls who can't get enough fairy tales. While it was unique and interesting, I found myself wishing I knew more about Beryl and also Lucinda's family - her parents and her uncle and aunt. Her writing and descriptions are simply beautiful. I think with more explanation and development, this could have been a much stronger book.
Read-alikes:
The Two Princesses of Bamarre and Ella Enchanted
by Gail Carson Levine
Dragon Slippers
and Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day George
Read-alikes:
The Two Princesses of Bamarre and Ella Enchanted
by Gail Carson LevineDragon Slippers
and Princess of the Midnight Ball by Jessica Day GeorgeRATINGS:
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Overall rating: ***
I'm such a sucker for fairy tales. I've read (and loved) 3 of your four read-a-likes. And the 4th is on my list!
ReplyDeleteToo bad! I was hoping this would be a good one...
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping Berry will write another one soon - I think she has great potential!
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