Tag: cinderella

Why Tales? by Valeri Stanoevich

Today short story is literary Cinderella. While it waits and shivers at the thresholds of Today short story is the literary Cinderella. While it waits and shivers at the thresholds of publishers, the other literary genres which are considered serious pass through. It is… Continue Reading “Why Tales? by Valeri Stanoevich”

Ardennia by Bruce Calhoun (Book Review #1052)

Ardennia is a young adult novel about Cinderella’s Prince. The story is based on the original tale we all know and have been addicted to since a young age. However, this one takes on additional sideline adventures with pixies, trolls, fairies, nymphs, and dwarves.… Continue Reading “Ardennia by Bruce Calhoun (Book Review #1052)”

The Many Reincarnations of Cinderella by Bruce Calhoun

Perhaps the most famous fairy tale in Western literature, Cinderella has been retold and reimagined in a staggering number of books and movies.   The books and movies fall within two categories:  modern day Cinderella stories featuring an underdog heroine and historical Cinderella stories with… Continue Reading “The Many Reincarnations of Cinderella by Bruce Calhoun”

Stars Above by Marissa Meyer (Book Review #8)

  Summary “The enchantment continues… The universe of the Lunar Chronicles holds stories—and secrets—that are wondrous, vicious, and romantic. How did Cinder first arrive in New Beijing? How did the brooding soldier Wolf transform from young man to killer? When did Princess Winter and… Continue Reading “Stars Above by Marissa Meyer (Book Review #8)”

Cinder by Marissa Meyer (Book Review #6)

Summary “Humans and androids crowd the raucous streets of New Beijing. A deadly plague ravages the population. From space, a ruthless lunar people watch, waiting to make their move. No one knows that Earth’s fate hinges on one girl. Cinder, a gifted mechanic, is… Continue Reading “Cinder by Marissa Meyer (Book Review #6)”