A review by pucksandpaperbacks
Cinder Ella by S.T. Lynn

hopeful reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
CW: deadname (on page), misgendering, emotional abuse, transphobia, mention of parent dying in child birth

This was a sweet retelling of Cinderella following a Black trans woman who falls in love with the princess. I liked how it pulled from the original fairytale but made it it's own. I've been wanting to read some trans Cinderella stories for a while, so this hit the spot! I enjoyed the trans joy Ella experienced and how this novella shows that despite living in an unaccepting environment, trans people are still allowed to experience trans joy! 
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