About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is grappling with intense feelings of betrayal, the desire for revenge, or the struggle to find their own identity in the shadow of a powerful person. It is a sophisticated, darker reimagining of Beauty and the Beast told from the perspective of the woodcarver, Lucie, who inadvertently curses a cruel nobleman. This story moves beyond simple fairy tales to explore the psychological toll of hatred and the messy reality of what it means to truly seek justice. While the source material is familiar, this version is grounded in a visceral, atmospheric setting that examines the thin line between a victim and a monster. It is ideal for readers aged 14 and up who enjoy complex moral dilemmas and high-stakes emotional drama. Parents might choose this to help a teen process the realization that their heroes can be flawed and that righteous anger, while powerful, can become its own prison if not tempered with empathy.
