I LOVED this book! The only reason why I didn't give it five stars was the plot pacing was really jarring. For example I it was sometimes frustrating how she would take sudden time-jolts forward in the story or give hasty explanations for pivotal plot events. However: I loved the characters, I loved the plot twists, I loved the authors style of writing and I loved that I didn't even mind some overused cliches. This was a book I could not put down and I am so excited to read the new sequel. This book reminded me of Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. While it didn't take on all of the qualities of the fairy tales, there were many situations that made me think of them.Sarah was removed from her royal home as a newborn. She was spirited away by a King's advisor to save her life. She is taken by a kind woman to live in a far away land where no one will know the mark of royalty that she bears on her shoulder.There is also a wonderful older seamstress who comes to Sarah's rescue at one point in the story to give her a proper dress to attend a kindgdom celebration. She reminded me of a fairy godmother. Sarah doesn't know she is a princess and her suitor is hiding his identity as well.There is an abusive step-father and a jealous sister.The book is a pleasure to read. I enjoyed the characters of Alex and Sarah. Each is as honest and forthright as possible, but still have misunderstandings and miscommunications.This book is perfect for lovers of fairy tale stories.
Fun, quick read. A Cinderella type novel that would be great for young teen girls.
—pilky
A fun, quick, cute, predictable story. Cinderellaesque.
—jewles
The middle seemed to drag a bit.
—Han
Simple but nice read.
—bay
