Ella Enchanted: A Newbery Honor Award Winner (Trophy Newbery)
That fool of a fairy Lucinda did not intend to lay a curse on me. She meant to bestow a gift. When I cried inconsolably through my first hour of life, my tears were her inspiration. Shaking her head sympathetically at Mother, the fairy touched my nose. "My gift is obedience. Ella will always be obedient. Now stop crying child."
So begins this richly entertaining story of Ella of Frell who wants nothing more than to be free of Lucinda's gift and feel that she belongs to herself. For how can she truly belong to herself if she knows that at any time, anyone can order her to hop on one foot, cut off her hand, or betray her kingdom - and she'll have to obey?
Against a bold tapestry of princes, ogres, giants, wicked stepsisters, and fairy godmothers, Ella's spirited account of her quest to break the curse is a funny, poignant, and enchanting tale about an unforgettable heroine who is determined to be herself.
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Community Reviews
I had the pleasure of re-reading this today - not only is it one of the most favored and beloved books in my childhood collection (and in my memory) - it also reminded me of some of the aspects of reading I cherish most - a cosy story to curl up with and get lost in, a strong sense of adventure, fantastical creatures, settings and languages and a heroine that is determined, strong-willed, just, and full of life - and a happy ending never hurts does it?
This book delighted me as a child and brought much joy to me again now in adulthood - I hope I never tire of it!
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