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lakea's review against another edition
4.0
Personally, I prefer this to the Disney version. While other reviewers debate if Belle or the Prince is the ‘beast’ of this retelling, I offer a third choice.
The true Beast is the King. Though physically handsome, his soul is beastly. This ugliness is then projected onto V, a man who is beautiful outwardly AND inwardly.
The true Beast is the King. Though physically handsome, his soul is beastly. This ugliness is then projected onto V, a man who is beautiful outwardly AND inwardly.
divensar's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.5
reveriesociety's review against another edition
2.0
I love love B&B retellings but I was very disappointed with this one.
I went in cautiously, but also pretty excited because I was dying for a Beauty and the Beast retelling. In the end, it was just... it was pretty dull. I don't see the point of anything.
There is an abuse scene right at the beginning. And I remember thinking 'Okaay, this is going to be way deeper and darker than I'd initially expected.' Everytime there is abuse in a story, I'm paying close attention, because it is not something you can use whenever you please to make your character more interesting.
I feel this book danced precariously on that line. Because while it did have consequences on this character's perceptions, something was off about the cause and effect situation. I didn't perceive those effects beyond the MC's decision to swear off men.
Something that also bothered me was the absence of the beast we all love to no end. I mean, nice and gentle men are lovely and one of god's gifts to the world, but if I read something based off Beauty and the Beast, I go in with certain expectations.
For example, the beast needs to be a grumpy cinammon roll that secretely pines for love. SECRETELY. AS IN THE VERY DEPTHS OF HIS BEASTLY HEART.
Instead, this prince was different. I could almost hear him asking:
"Can you find it in your heart to love me? Can you? Please just let me luv u!" (Quote NOT taken literally from the text, but comes pretty close."
So, I would go with the GR rating here and say it was OK, but not what I expected.
I went in cautiously, but also pretty excited because I was dying for a Beauty and the Beast retelling. In the end, it was just... it was pretty dull. I don't see the point of anything.
There is an abuse scene right at the beginning. And I remember thinking 'Okaay, this is going to be way deeper and darker than I'd initially expected.' Everytime there is abuse in a story, I'm paying close attention, because it is not something you can use whenever you please to make your character more interesting.
I feel this book danced precariously on that line. Because while it did have consequences on this character's perceptions, something was off about the cause and effect situation. I didn't perceive those effects beyond the MC's decision to swear off men.
Something that also bothered me was the absence of the beast we all love to no end. I mean, nice and gentle men are lovely and one of god's gifts to the world, but if I read something based off Beauty and the Beast, I go in with certain expectations.
For example, the beast needs to be a grumpy cinammon roll that secretely pines for love. SECRETELY. AS IN THE VERY DEPTHS OF HIS BEASTLY HEART.
Instead, this prince was different. I could almost hear him asking:
"Can you find it in your heart to love me? Can you? Please just let me luv u!" (Quote NOT taken literally from the text, but comes pretty close."
So, I would go with the GR rating here and say it was OK, but not what I expected.
jo81082's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
traditionson's review against another edition
5.0
An epic retelling of a greatly loved story. Well worth a read if you want to see a completely different take on the curse and the witch who cast it.
emlickliter's review against another edition
5.0
Enchant by Demelza Carlton - Excellent Retelling! I really enjoyed this retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Not for kids but well written. Had several excellent twists and a really wretched villain. Exceptional world building in this one! I highly recommend it! Happy Reading!
anliena's review against another edition
2.0
I got this book for free on Amazon and Beauty and the Beast is my favorite Disney tale. The book reads like a free book. The beginning felt rushed and it is short. With some editing and flushing of the story, I think it could be good. It's a new and interesting take on the story but I just didnt feel very into the characters. The bones of the story is there, but the life of it is missing.
delaney_de_spain's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Rape and Blood