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whit2ney's review
4.0
I’ll say this forever and ever: I love fairy tale retellings. And this one is an extremely charming and enchanting version of Rapunzel. Fans of Tangled will see similar themes, such as MOTHER being an organization that keeps Persi locked away and Gothel, the apathetic handler. And yes, don’t forget the long hair.
I also love a good character development that depicts a shy, timid character growing into a strong, driven one. This growth was so relatable to me; I enjoyed reading along and watching Persi light up as she discovers her abilities, her goodwill, and her passions.
Manu is also a delight. Very much the smolder-master Flynn Ryder, Manu also learns to fight his battles his way without losing sight of why he’s in the fight in the first place. Persi and Manu are surrounded by other delightful fairy tale creatures to create quite the magical steampunk aesthetic.
Wilham tells a great story of resistance and acceptance. Next to Persi, we learn a bit more about accepting what makes other people special and letting those traits blossom instead of diminishing it. Everyone’s got a little spark of something to fight for.
This book is ideal for YA readers but I think even New Adult readers will enjoy this retelling of Rapunzel. There’s also some LGBTQTIA+ representation that will appeal to inclusive readers.
I also love a good character development that depicts a shy, timid character growing into a strong, driven one. This growth was so relatable to me; I enjoyed reading along and watching Persi light up as she discovers her abilities, her goodwill, and her passions.
Manu is also a delight. Very much the smolder-master Flynn Ryder, Manu also learns to fight his battles his way without losing sight of why he’s in the fight in the first place. Persi and Manu are surrounded by other delightful fairy tale creatures to create quite the magical steampunk aesthetic.
Wilham tells a great story of resistance and acceptance. Next to Persi, we learn a bit more about accepting what makes other people special and letting those traits blossom instead of diminishing it. Everyone’s got a little spark of something to fight for.
This book is ideal for YA readers but I think even New Adult readers will enjoy this retelling of Rapunzel. There’s also some LGBTQTIA+ representation that will appeal to inclusive readers.
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