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3.52 AVERAGE
3.52 AVERAGE
Out of the "Once Upon a Time" series, "Beauty Sleep" is one of my least favorites. The story line is not as entertaining compared to the others. Not to mention the ending is slightly disturbing.
Liked it better this time around. Finished 05.07.2007 & 01.05.2014
Despite the narrator's "too modern" tone, this is one of the better retellings I've read, actually bringing something truly new to the story. It was kind of like Sleeping Beauty meets Alice and Wonderland, and I liked the chaotic edge, as well as the characters, who all seemed like real (and interesting) people. The first half was more compelling than the second half, where it departed a bit too much from the Sleeping Beauty story to be really satisfying to me as a retelling. But it was still worth reading.
3.5 stars
This novel keeps true to the traditional tale while incorporating a full back story replete with characters who are important throughout the story. The twist on the tale in the enchanted forest is original albeit confusing. It was never explained why Aurore didn’t need to sleep for one hundred years. This would be a great discussion starter on what constitutes a good ruler as Aurore and her father do things differently than previous rulers by their interest in the common folk.
This novel keeps true to the traditional tale while incorporating a full back story replete with characters who are important throughout the story. The twist on the tale in the enchanted forest is original albeit confusing. It was never explained why Aurore didn’t need to sleep for one hundred years. This would be a great discussion starter on what constitutes a good ruler as Aurore and her father do things differently than previous rulers by their interest in the common folk.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
I was really disappointed and completely turned off by the end. Since when was Prince Charming, Aurora's cousin???? I mean how can you have a love story with one's cousin? Not cool. Why would I even recommend this book to someone to read when she falls in love with her cousin? See, it completely ruined the book for me. I can't even get past it. I thought it was such an interesting concept, and I liked the writing much better than Greogry Maguire's....but seriously. I hated the ending. Hated.