Plot Summary: This story is a creative version of Cinderella written for tweens. Ella is born and bestowed a gift from her fairy godmother that is more like a curse. She is given the gift of obedience. This is a terrible gift, and although her godmother Lucinda does not see it that way, Ella is tormented by it. Only her mother and the cook, Mandy, are aware of this gift. When Ella's mother dies, she commands Ella not to tell anyone of her secret, in the fear that they may use it against her. Ella, of course, must obey, and because of this is quite an unhappy child. When her father pursues a woman that he thinks is rich in order to marry her, Ella realizes that she will be stuck with two horrible step-sisters and a mean stepmother. Ella meets Prince Charmot and they hit it off, much to the chagrin of her stalking stepsisters. Ella decides to try to find her fairy godmother in order to get her to take the gift back. She sets off on a long journey that involves fleeing ogres, dealing with elves and attending a wedding with many giants. Ella also sees Prince Charmot, and it is obvious that they both are interested in each other. Will Ella make it to the royal ball as Prince Charmot's date? Or is she forever destined to live with this curse? This fairy tale is not your average one, and readers will enjoy its twists and turns.
Genre: Fantasy
Subjects/Themes: Enchantment, fairy tales, romance
Reviews: Publishers Weekly Review, School Library Journal, and Booklist
Age Group: Grades 5-8
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