~Bella at Midnight (2006) by Diane Stanley
I remember exactly where I was when I first read this, which I think is always a good sign of a great book. I must have read it (unknowingly) soon after it was published. I read the whole book on Christmas eve, unable to stop myself.
This is a wonderfully satisfying retelling of the Cinderella story. Each chapter is told from a different character’s viewpoint, unravelling the story of Bella, of two warring lands, of a friendly prince in need of rescue, and of a worthy knight who is prophesied to put an end to war.
This fairy tale has everything a reader could ask for—romance, adventure, evil stepfamily (although now we learn why), royal dances, glass slippers, heroes, and a little bit of magic. I’ve read this book too many times to count, and I get sucked in every single time. One of my absolute favorites.
~Bella at Midnight (2006)
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