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A review by words_and_dreams
Empress & Aniya by Candice Carty-Williams
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
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? No
4.0
Short and sweet YA novella about friendship and love.
Two girls, from opposite backgrounds meet and form a friendship despite their differences. On their shared 16th birthday they accidentally cast a spell meaning they switch bodies. This is freaky friday with class and cultural differences and a smidge of Cinderella.
The two main characters are loveable and there is some witty dialogue. It is covers some grittier subjects such as child abuse and neglect. The story has a fairy tale like quality to it so there is a happy ending.
Would happily have read a full length version of this story.
Two girls, from opposite backgrounds meet and form a friendship despite their differences. On their shared 16th birthday they accidentally cast a spell meaning they switch bodies. This is freaky friday with class and cultural differences and a smidge of Cinderella.
The two main characters are loveable and there is some witty dialogue. It is covers some grittier subjects such as child abuse and neglect. The story has a fairy tale like quality to it so there is a happy ending.
Would happily have read a full length version of this story.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse