Bestselling romance novelist J.M. Stengl steps into the realm of fairy tales with this sparkling new series of love, laughter, light, and—of course—magic.
Trained by an enchantress but obliged to work summers for her living, fifteen-year-old Ellie Calmer serves as a maid at a world-famous mountain resort. Her lowly rank keeps her always at a distance from the powerful, beautiful guests who spend their summers at Faraway Castle, yet Ellie dares to dream of one day exchanging even just a few words with shy Prince Omar of Khenifra.
But when rare magical creatures show up in Faraway Castle’s gardens, Ellie’s life is suddenly complicated. Cinder sprites are causing fires and potentially endangering the beautiful resort. The resort director has sent for an exterminator to deal with these so-called pests. Can Ellie find a way to use her humble magic to save the cinder sprites and Faraway Castle before disaster strikes?
CINDER ELLIE is a prequel novella to J.M. Stengl’s FARAWAY CASTLE series. Recommended for fans of Marissa Meyer, Melanie Dickerson, K.M. Shea, and Chanda Hahn.
I'm guessing I don't have to tell you what tale this is a remake of. But if you are expecting a damsel in distress waiting to be rescued, this isn't the book for you.
Ellie is a strong female character who has magical abilities. She is surrounded by Brownies, Sprites, Pixies, and other magical creatures. Despite being in a "lower rank" she shows quite a bit of talent. Independent, resourceful, and smart Ellie shows that she doesn't need someone to rescue her.
Omar, Ellie's crush is introduced in the book as well. I didn't get as strong of a connection with him as I did Ellie, or many magical creatures in the story, but I think I'll get to know him better in their book.
My son, who also read the book, wanted me to note that Cinder Sprites are radical and if they were real you would totally want one for a pet.
All in all this was a nice easy read. The only downer is we have to wait for the novel to delve into the rest of the story.
So pick up your copy in February and enjoy a charming tale! Happy Reading!
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