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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
This is a very Evangelical Christian retelling of Rapunzel. Very chaste, very Biblical, very preachy. Just when you get caught up in the story, here comes the next sermon.
This is a cute, easy read retelling of the tale of Rapunzel. Some parts kind of dragged on for me, and I didn't realize it was Christian Fiction when I started it, but overall a very sweet story.
urg....Let's see, I liked the cover art!
I really don't care what religious practice an author has but I do hesitate when it is mentioned that so-and-so is a Christian or a Hindu, or...add religion of choice here...author. What does that even mean? Who cares. Ah, now I get it. It means beware, the book is filled with crap from the said religion.
It wasn't the up front religious references that got me. They, actually, fit in the period of the book. It was the moral "highground" ideas that just weren't really the higher ground. In making her women "strong" she weakened them. Mother won't let her daughter learn to read or do anything, else of all marry someone. Why? because she is a evil witch? Nope, because she herself was "betrayed by a man" WTH?
Blah, blah, blah.
It had the making of a good story but was ruined by an attempt to instigate some religious morality. Spare me.
I really don't care what religious practice an author has but I do hesitate when it is mentioned that so-and-so is a Christian or a Hindu, or...add religion of choice here...author. What does that even mean? Who cares. Ah, now I get it. It means beware, the book is filled with crap from the said religion.
It wasn't the up front religious references that got me. They, actually, fit in the period of the book. It was the moral "highground" ideas that just weren't really the higher ground. In making her women "strong" she weakened them. Mother won't let her daughter learn to read or do anything, else of all marry someone. Why? because she is a evil witch? Nope, because she herself was "betrayed by a man" WTH?
Blah, blah, blah.
It had the making of a good story but was ruined by an attempt to instigate some religious morality. Spare me.
In keeping with my tradition of reading Melanie Dickerson on Christmas, I sat down, curled up in my pajamas to begin or savor this tale of Rapunzel. I found my eyes closing from utter weariness, yet my mind was alive with the word pictures that fairly flew off the page in my head. I think this was one of her best books yet. I am a fan of all of them, but this was so good. There are parts of the book that are quotable, which I will refrain from mentioning, but you just have to read it for yourself.
If you are looking for a book that will enthrall your teens or adult friends alike, yet give you a romantic story without any kind of romance that will make you think it is something you don't want your teens to read, this is the one. It is excellent for discussion with your teens.
If you are looking for a book that will enthrall your teens or adult friends alike, yet give you a romantic story without any kind of romance that will make you think it is something you don't want your teens to read, this is the one. It is excellent for discussion with your teens.
Rapunzel is a young woman of many talents, but the one thing she cannot do is read. Her mother, Gothel, forbids her daughter from learning and moves them both from village to village in hopes of keeping Rapunzel away from men who may want to steal her away through marriage. Already older than many young brides, Rapunzel wonders if men are as terrible as her mother believes. Soon, however, after being rescued by a knight Rapunzel begins to question her mother’s suffocating influence and finally takes control of her own life.
The Golden Braid is a unique take on the Rapunzel fairytale. While I haven’t read very many Rapunzel retellings, this is one my favorite. Rapunzel has been manipulated and lied to all her life, and when she learns she may not actually be who she thinks she is, Gothel can no longer hold onto her. At least, not without a fight. Strong, brave, and naive because of her sheltered upbringing Rapunzel makes an ideal heroine, and with her hero the knight Sir Gerek, she’s able to reclaim her life and discover what she’s been missing all along. And perhaps even learn to read.
If you enjoy cute, heartwarming fairytales The Golden Braid will not disappoint. On side note, while this is a perfectly good standalone, it wouldn’t hurt to read the five Hagenheim books in this series.
The Golden Braid is a unique take on the Rapunzel fairytale. While I haven’t read very many Rapunzel retellings, this is one my favorite. Rapunzel has been manipulated and lied to all her life, and when she learns she may not actually be who she thinks she is, Gothel can no longer hold onto her. At least, not without a fight. Strong, brave, and naive because of her sheltered upbringing Rapunzel makes an ideal heroine, and with her hero the knight Sir Gerek, she’s able to reclaim her life and discover what she’s been missing all along. And perhaps even learn to read.
If you enjoy cute, heartwarming fairytales The Golden Braid will not disappoint. On side note, while this is a perfectly good standalone, it wouldn’t hurt to read the five Hagenheim books in this series.
just realized I read a book named The Golden Road and a book named The Golden Braid within a week of each other 😛
Rapunzel has spent her life moving from town to town based on her mother’s wishes. Having a thirst for knowledge, she finds someone to teach her something in each village. She can throw a knife, paint intricate murals, but the one things she most wants to learn is to read. On her journey to the largest town she’s ever been to, Rapunzel and her mother run into trouble. Luckily the valiant knight Sir Gerek comes to their rescue. An unexpected bond begins to form between the young individuals and secrets soon come to light that could change everything.
I’ve been in the mood to read fairy tales like this one for awhile now. Once I read the synopsis, I knew I had to read this book and once I picked it up, I couldn’t put it down. I loved everything about this book. The old fairy tale of Rapunzel was made new and with a Christian twist. Going into it, I worried the Christian themes could negate from the story, but Melanie Dickerson wove them together in such a way that made this book a wonderful and inspirational read.
I really like the characters in this book. Rapunzel was sweet, courageous, and intelligent. It was so interesting to see her relationship with her mother and how it spiraled. Gerek was the perfect knight and I really liked seeing his relationship with Rapunzel unfold.
Though there wasn’t any magic in this book like a typical fairy tale has, I couldn’t help but get swept away by this book. The way Melanie Dickerson wrote it just made it feel like the magic was there. This was such a beautiful and fun story.
I didn’t realize this was the sixth book in the series and I was disappointed that I hadn’t read the prior books, but reading this one just made me want to read all the others. I don’t believe reading this one revealed much of anything from the prior books, since every book in this series is about different characters.
I’ve been in the mood to read fairy tales like this one for awhile now. Once I read the synopsis, I knew I had to read this book and once I picked it up, I couldn’t put it down. I loved everything about this book. The old fairy tale of Rapunzel was made new and with a Christian twist. Going into it, I worried the Christian themes could negate from the story, but Melanie Dickerson wove them together in such a way that made this book a wonderful and inspirational read.
I really like the characters in this book. Rapunzel was sweet, courageous, and intelligent. It was so interesting to see her relationship with her mother and how it spiraled. Gerek was the perfect knight and I really liked seeing his relationship with Rapunzel unfold.
Though there wasn’t any magic in this book like a typical fairy tale has, I couldn’t help but get swept away by this book. The way Melanie Dickerson wrote it just made it feel like the magic was there. This was such a beautiful and fun story.
I didn’t realize this was the sixth book in the series and I was disappointed that I hadn’t read the prior books, but reading this one just made me want to read all the others. I don’t believe reading this one revealed much of anything from the prior books, since every book in this series is about different characters.
4.5 Stars ✨
What a charming medieval retelling of Rapunzel. Loved it!
What a charming medieval retelling of Rapunzel. Loved it!
The Golden Braid is book 6 of the Hagenheim/ Fairy Tale Romance Series, but it seems to stand well on its own. I received a hardback copy of this book; the cover art is beautiful.
This was an awesome read! The setting was realistic; I felt as if I was actually there. I also enjoyed getting acquainted with the characters. I had a hard time putting it down, once I got started.
Since this is especially written for teens and young adults, I plan to share this book with my daughter. My almost-sixteen year old son might enjoy it, since he is especially interested in the medieval time period.
I definitely plan to read more of Melanie's books!
This was an awesome read! The setting was realistic; I felt as if I was actually there. I also enjoyed getting acquainted with the characters. I had a hard time putting it down, once I got started.
Since this is especially written for teens and young adults, I plan to share this book with my daughter. My almost-sixteen year old son might enjoy it, since he is especially interested in the medieval time period.
I definitely plan to read more of Melanie's books!
I loved this book! It was fun to read and had a fun plot.