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Rapunzel's Gambit
by Mary Mecham
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
tense
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
What if Rapunzel doesn't want to be a damsel in distress or used as a pawn? What if allying with the dragon to swindle gold from the corrupt and wealthy nobles is the best way to help the citizens of the kingdom? Cue the scheming, dramatics, banter and "Oh no, the princess has been kidnapped by the dragon! Again!" *wink wink*
Rapunzel's Gambit is a fast and fun fairy-tale retelling that is guaranteed to put you in a good mood! Rapunzel is mischievous princess and likes a good humored prank. When her corrupt father offers her hand in marriage (much to Rapunzel's surprise) to the knight who can slay the dragon her father blames for the kingdom's financial troubles, Rapunzel quickly decides that will not do. She also desires to help the citizens of the kingdom who are struggling to survive, and her father has ignored for far too long. What better way to accomplish both than to cut a deal with the dragon to pose her kidnapping and hostage the would-be rescuing knights for ransom? And what does it really mean when a dragon claims something as part of its hoard?
The best part of the book was Rapunzel and Pollock (the dragon's) growing relationship. They scheme and work as a team to help the citizen's in need. The teasing banter, vulnerability and growing care for each other is giggle and swoon worthy.
I hope we see these characters again soon!
Spice level is kisses only.
Rapunzel's Gambit is a fast and fun fairy-tale retelling that is guaranteed to put you in a good mood! Rapunzel is mischievous princess and likes a good humored prank. When her corrupt father offers her hand in marriage (much to Rapunzel's surprise) to the knight who can slay the dragon her father blames for the kingdom's financial troubles, Rapunzel quickly decides that will not do. She also desires to help the citizens of the kingdom who are struggling to survive, and her father has ignored for far too long. What better way to accomplish both than to cut a deal with the dragon to pose her kidnapping and hostage the would-be rescuing knights for ransom? And what does it really mean when a dragon claims something as part of its hoard?
The best part of the book was Rapunzel and Pollock (the dragon's) growing relationship. They scheme and work as a team to help the citizen's in need. The teasing banter, vulnerability and growing care for each other is giggle and swoon worthy.
I hope we see these characters again soon!
Spice level is kisses only.