About This Book
Reach for this book when your teenager is feeling the weight of parental or societal expectations and needs to see a protagonist navigate the tension between safety and true happiness. This historical reimagining of Cinderella moves beyond the magic to explore the complex reality of a young woman who has lost her support system and must play a dangerous social game to survive. It addresses the isolation of a blended family where one feels unwelcome and the profound grief of losing a father who was a primary protector. While the setting is 18th-century France, the emotional core is deeply modern. Cendrillon must choose between the security of a loveless marriage to a prince or the risky, authentic connection she shares with his brother. It is an excellent choice for readers who enjoy romance and historical atmosphere but are also wrestling with their own sense of agency. The story provides a safe space to discuss the difference between what looks good on paper and what feels right in the heart.
