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**************possible spoiler****************************** Are Sophie and Gabe already together in this book? Do they make an appearance in this book, as Valten did in The Fairest Beauty?

Nina

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What is the theme of this book?

Mackenzie Romance, Christian fairy tale retelling of Cinderella.

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What is this story based on?

Abby Rose It is based on Cinderella.

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Obviously this is the Cinderella story. But is there anything in this book to throw us a curve-ball? Anything to pique curiosity or thrill the mystery seeker? Any particular humor, any tweaks to the fairy godmother? Is the stepmother merely wicked and mean, or does she have backstory and depth? Does Cinderella have intelligence?What is there in this book to lift it up and beyond the plain old Cinderella story?

AWheeler2023 The main difference between this and many other retellings and the original story itself is there is no magic whatsoever. There are a few things conne…moreThe main difference between this and many other retellings and the original story itself is there is no magic whatsoever. There are a few things connecting it to the original Cinderella story, but overall its pretty unique.(less)

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What year or era is this set?

Jasey 1403 through 1412

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