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miarose8751's review against another edition
fast-paced
3.5
very enjoyable
i love fairytale retellings
i love fairytale retellings
danieller96's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
fast-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
3.0
coraline88's review against another edition
This was such a delight from start to finish. Our main character Zinnia's humour came across, simultaneously jaded because of her precarious health condition but also hopeful for her own happily ever after. Indeed, it is her very fate that prompted her since childhood to aspire to fairy tale princesses, a dream which she narrates in quite an acidic tone.
Although typically I don't enjoy the mix of modern-day language, pop culture and technology with a more traditional fairy tale setting, it worked in this case as Zinnia got trapped in a fairy realm, where the characters in that setting spoke in an archaic way but Zinnia herself maintained her current-day jargon and speech pattern. I thoroughly enjoyed the commentary woven into the fabric of the story, whereupon Zinnia made allusions to women's limited roles in fairy tales while also commenting on how they have shaped the collective human experience, all of which added a nice meta element to this narrative. I also loved the focus on female friendship between Zinnia and Charm, their banter was so endearing and they felt very fleshed out to me. I also loved Primrose and the rest of the characters that were present in this tale and found the spin on the "evil witch" character and backstory so incredibly moving.
This story lacked nothing for me, it was such a solid read and has now become a new favourite book. What a way to start the year!! I can't wait for the sequel.
Although typically I don't enjoy the mix of modern-day language, pop culture and technology with a more traditional fairy tale setting, it worked in this case as Zinnia got trapped in a fairy realm, where the characters in that setting spoke in an archaic way but Zinnia herself maintained her current-day jargon and speech pattern. I thoroughly enjoyed the commentary woven into the fabric of the story, whereupon Zinnia made allusions to women's limited roles in fairy tales while also commenting on how they have shaped the collective human experience, all of which added a nice meta element to this narrative. I also loved the focus on female friendship between Zinnia and Charm, their banter was so endearing and they felt very fleshed out to me. I also loved Primrose and the rest of the characters that were present in this tale and found the spin on the "evil witch" character and backstory so incredibly moving.
This story lacked nothing for me, it was such a solid read and has now become a new favourite book. What a way to start the year!! I can't wait for the sequel.
yodamom's review against another edition
4.0
Sleeping Beauty is no longer the meek accepting mouse some writers wrote her to be. She has a voice, a choice, and will change everything.
Sleeping Beauty was cursed to prick her finger tell her prince came and dropped a kiss on her lips. Ha ! This sleeping beauty tale doesn’t follow the old rules. She’s breaking the rules, and doesn’t need a man to come along and rescue her. She may not even want to kiss a prince !
Sad, fun, sad, more fun, with a great ending. It’s such a short read I really can’t say much without spoiling it.
I enjoyed this open version of the Sleeping Beauty Tale
Sleeping Beauty was cursed to prick her finger tell her prince came and dropped a kiss on her lips. Ha ! This sleeping beauty tale doesn’t follow the old rules. She’s breaking the rules, and doesn’t need a man to come along and rescue her. She may not even want to kiss a prince !
Sad, fun, sad, more fun, with a great ending. It’s such a short read I really can’t say much without spoiling it.
I enjoyed this open version of the Sleeping Beauty Tale
idahobekah's review against another edition
3.0
This is a contemporary portal fantasy filled with 21-year old angst and fun pop culture references. While this book is short, it’s a worthwhile read if you love fairytale retellings, LGBTQ+ representation, and a heartwarming lesson of the importance of taking control of your own fate with the help of others.
If you plan to read this, please note that there is mention of S.A. It’s very minor though and is only mentioned once.
Overall 3.5 ⭐️
If you plan to read this, please note that there is mention of S.A. It’s very minor though and is only mentioned once.
Overall 3.5 ⭐️
sarahp85's review against another edition
5.0
Yes. All the yesses.
I think I can add Alix E Harrow to my fave author list now. And you're telling me the next retelling is about Snow White?!?! That gets me even more excited
I think I can add Alix E Harrow to my fave author list now. And you're telling me the next retelling is about Snow White?!?! That gets me even more excited
xsleepyshadows's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
2.5
2.5 stars
Fine read! It was about 3 hours to listen to it. It's like a nice fan-fiction type of read/vibe (compliment). A series of these would be really fun because I like the premise and I might grab the next one if I want something quick.
I like the side by side of sleeping beauty and being "cursed" with illness of our protag. The author did this well I think.
Fine read! It was about 3 hours to listen to it. It's like a nice fan-fiction type of read/vibe (compliment). A series of these would be really fun because I like the premise and I might grab the next one if I want something quick.
I like the side by side of sleeping beauty and being "cursed" with illness of our protag. The author did this well I think.
grace_emc's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
fast-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
4.0
eyelit's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
lisamchuk's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this. Short, no wasted words. Clever fairy tale and pop culture references. Likeable flawed heroes. Infinite sequel potential. Not perfect, but an enjoyable 100 pages.