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lyssa131330's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
fragilepotato's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
lauray's review against another edition
4.0
This was lovely. It was a little slow feeling at time, but I wanted to see how the story ended. I enjoyed watching Ani grow, and I will probably read other books in this series.
mitskacir's review against another edition
4.0
Giving this book a 4 because I think it would be a wonderful read for someone in the 8-13 year old age range. As a 26 year old, I still found things to enjoy about it, but did find it a bit simple. It does have a touch of darkness, which effectively toned down the sweetness and set it apart from other princess story YA novels. The magic was interesting, the love story (and gender dynamics) well done (if predictable), and I enjoyed the full-cast audiobook (free with an Audible subscription, which I why I listened).
mrsipson's review against another edition
4.0
Extremely well-written. Though I knew the general plot from the fairytale, Hale kept me wanting to turn the page to find out what happened next. I didn't feel rushed to read. It was a pleasant journey. I loved the character development and relationship building. Beautiful story with beautiful writing.
neminaf's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
samistoltenberg's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
emmapayn's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
libby1776's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Shannon Hales first, and one of her finest. I use to re read yearly, but this was my first time in 7 years and it was better then I remembered. Everyone fantasy or fairytale lover needs to read this.
themoonphoenix's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Death and Animal death