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A dark secret lurks in Keira's family. She comes from a long line of Word Weavers who bring their stories to life when they use a magical pen. But Keira's mom is unable to face the truth of the family's history because the Word Weavers have been hunted for generations for their power. And so, she forbids Keira to write. Oblivious to the family's secret ability, and angry a A dark secret lurks in Keira's family. She comes from a long line of Word Weavers who bring their stories to life when they use a magical pen.
But Keira's mom is unable to face the truth of the family's history because the Word Weavers have been hunted for generations for their power. And so, she forbids Keira to write. Oblivious to the family's secret ability, and angry at her mom's rule of no fictional writing, Keira discovers her grandma's Word Weaver pen and uses it to write a story for the Girls' World fairy tale contest, believing it will bring her good luck. But when Keira decides to have her fairy tale reflect her family's imperfect life, and has the princess in her story vanquished to a dark tower for eternity, she starts to wonder if anyone ever truly lives happily ever after. Twelve year old Keira is a Word Weaver.but she doesn't know it. Word Weavers have the power to bring stories to life and when Keira uses her grandmother's magical pen to write a story for a fairy-tale writing contest (something her mother strictly forbids her to do), her not so happily ever after fairy-tale starts to come to life around her.
Keira, her BFF Bella, and Keira's mom find themselves in a gorgeous French castle and in the middle of a dangerous fairy-tale adventure.Christina Farley's Twelve year old Keira is a Word Weaver.but she doesn't know it. Word Weavers have the power to bring stories to life and when Keira uses her grandmother's magical pen to write a story for a fairy-tale writing contest (something her mother strictly forbids her to do), her not so happily ever after fairy-tale starts to come to life around her.
Keira, her BFF Bella, and Keira's mom find themselves in a gorgeous French castle and in the middle of a dangerous fairy-tale adventure.Christina Farley's The Princess and the Page is a fast-paced, enchanting middle-grade book full of exciting adventure meets fascinating history, a lush setting, likable characters, and sparkly swirly whirly magic.which is definitely the best kind of magic!Told from Keira's plucky and witty POV, The Princess and the Page will easily draw young readers in and captivate them with its whimsical imagination. Readers will love the idea of Word Weavers and magical pens and appreciate the great power their words and stories hold. Like any great fairy-tale, The Princess and the Page has a princess (of course!) in distress, a wicked villain, a few brave heroines and a sort-of prince charming, fabulous clothes, and a grand setting. With its breathtaking architecture, secret passageways, and delicious secrets, the beautiful castle Keira and her friends find themselves in makes for the picture-perfect setting.Readers will adore the three main young characters - brave Keira, interior design extraordinaire Bella, and up for anything Chet - and will have a blast exploring the castle with them, uncovering a few mysteries, and maybe even facing a few ghosts! Farley takes her three heroes and readers on a twisty-turny journey that ends, like any respectable fairy-tale should, with a grand and unforgettable ball!Magic, mystery, and a bit of fun mayhem.this story has it all. Readers won't be able to resist The Princess and the Page's fantabulous cover and won't be able to put it down once they start reading it! The Princess and the Page is a magical mystery that combines an intriguing glimpse into French history with imaginative sleuthing skills fit for any modern day Nancy Drew.I don’t normally review children’s or middle grade books on my blog, but when I heard that Christina Farley had one coming out, well, she’s one of my go-to authors.
Somehow she always manages to put a twist on history, folklore, and culture to make it captivating for any reader, i.e. Her Gilded series, which is AMAZING. I am s The Princess and the Page is a magical mystery that combines an intriguing glimpse into French history with imaginative sleuthing skills fit for any modern day Nancy Drew.I don’t normally review children’s or middle grade books on my blog, but when I heard that Christina Farley had one coming out, well, she’s one of my go-to authors. Somehow she always manages to put a twist on history, folklore, and culture to make it captivating for any reader, i.e.
Her Gilded series, which is AMAZING. I am so glad I was given the opportunity to review this book that is sure to be a favorite of any tenacious young girls and boys with a knack for mysteries and a love of writing.The Princess and the Page is a blend of history, fairy tale, and fantasy. The castle and historical events are real and the author does a wonderful job discussing the history and her own experience visiting the castle at the back of the book. The way the history swirled into the mystery made me ask questions and dive into the history mentioned. I loved the tragic unhappily ever after aspect of Gabrielle and Henry IV.
It was gutting and yet, balanced with Keira’s heroic efforts to change the past.The concept of Word Weavers is awesome. I love the idea of bringing fantasy to life with words and altering history.
It truly shows the power words have from the page first and how they resonate into real life, spreading from reader to reader, and everyone the reader came into contact with. Words have power. They can alter perspectives, change lives, and sometimes destroy them. Keira learns this the hard way, she makes mistakes, and puts people in dire situations with her reckless use of her power. Honestly, I thought this was the best part of the book. Teaching kids that what they say, what they write, and how they use their words in every manner has consequences.Read more here. What a story!
I didn't know what I was getting myself into when I picked up this book. I thought it was another blah blah book about princesses and I was going to puke sparkles somewhere, but it wasn't about that at all!
I'm very much looking forward to seeing if Ms. Farley would write a sequel to this story.
Word Weavers are very special people who have the ability and drive to write stories - the only thing is that their stories become real and if they enter their own fairy tale, the char Wow! What a story!
I didn't know what I was getting myself into when I picked up this book. I thought it was another blah blah book about princesses and I was going to puke sparkles somewhere, but it wasn't about that at all! I'm very much looking forward to seeing if Ms. Farley would write a sequel to this story. Word Weavers are very special people who have the ability and drive to write stories - the only thing is that their stories become real and if they enter their own fairy tale, the characters can exterminate the author. This story was crazy from beginning to end with ghosts, wolves and witches.
Loved this story. Recommended purchase. This review was originally posted onI received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.Keira's mother won't allow her to write stories, though deep in her bones, she feels the urge to do exactly that. When her best friend, Bella, talks her into writing a fairytale for a contest she uses the only pen left in the house; a special pen that her mother had thought was stolen. Acting out in anger against her mother's rediculous rules, Keira writes This review was originally posted onI received a free copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.Keira's mother won't allow her to write stories, though deep in her bones, she feels the urge to do exactly that. When her best friend, Bella, talks her into writing a fairytale for a contest she uses the only pen left in the house; a special pen that her mother had thought was stolen. Acting out in anger against her mother's rediculous rules, Keira writes a story with an unhappy ending-and it wins the contest.
Convert map file to fb login. The prize is a trip for four to the Chateau de Chenonceau in France where Gabrielle d'Estrees lived. But Keira finds it incredibly odd that Gabrielle was the name of her made up character. But that's not the only similarity to Keira's fairytale and she soon finds out that she plays a bigger part in the history of Chateau de Chenonceau than she thought possible.I love that this story sort of transcends just one genre.
It's about a fairytale but it has a very strong mystery aspect to go along with the fantasy and it's also a bit of a ghost story! Plus that beginning had me thinking it was going to be a fast-paced thriller! I really love when children's stories go above and beyond like that.I found it fascinating that the author drew inspiration from a trip she took to the Chateau de Chenonceau in France and that Gabrielle d'Estrees was a real Duchess that lived there in the 1500's.
Farley did a wonderful job at taking that experience and making this setting seem as real as possible. Also, I absolutely love when literature has a bit of history to it and loved learning more about this location and it's historical personas in the author's letter at the end of the book.The main character, Keira, is relatable with her overbearing, controlling mother and her urge to write. Her best friend, Bella, can be a little snippy at times but their friendship adds to the story. And Chet is the kind of kooky, mischief-maker character that I tend to love.
He really helps push the girls beyond their comfort zones (or just joins in on their shenanigans) and keeps everyone on their toes.The overall idea of the Word Weavers is fantastic! I loved that a magical pen could change so much about the world and history. I could definitely see this idea continued on to other stories. I'd actually love to see Keira try to take on other bits of history (most likely with disastrous consequences!)This would be the perfect book for young readers who love fairytales, castles, a good mystery, or for any girls on the precipice of still wanting to be a princess and growing up. When Keira finds and uses a special pen that has been in her family for generations, she wins a trip to a beautiful castle in France. But the fairy tale she wrote to win the contest has a very dark side, and even while Keira and her best friend Bella are having a blast living the life of modern day princesses, she becomes increasingly aware that parts of her story are coming true.
There are signs that the castle is haunted, and possessions and humans start disappearing. Kiera realizes that her m When Keira finds and uses a special pen that has been in her family for generations, she wins a trip to a beautiful castle in France. But the fairy tale she wrote to win the contest has a very dark side, and even while Keira and her best friend Bella are having a blast living the life of modern day princesses, she becomes increasingly aware that parts of her story are coming true. There are signs that the castle is haunted, and possessions and humans start disappearing. Kiera realizes that her mother has had very good reasons for not allowing her to write or enjoy fiction since her words are far more powerful than she had ever imagined.
Although the likelihood of a young girl such as Bella being allowed to be in charge of all the decorations for a ball isn't strong and there are quite a few suspicious characters, readers are sure to enjoy getting lost in the somewhat magical world spun here. I've read similar stories, but this one is still worth reading.
Starting with the beautiful, brightly colored cover that features Keira, the main character of The Princess and the Page, it’s clear that author Christina Farley has created a magical adventure.The Princess and the Page is an engaging story for middle grade readers, but get ready parents, you'll want to find out what happens next too, thanks to Christina Farley's special brand of storytelling. Inspired by a real life royal who lived in the 1500's, The Princess and the Page is a fast-paced conte Starting with the beautiful, brightly colored cover that features Keira, the main character of The Princess and the Page, it’s clear that author Christina Farley has created a magical adventure.The Princess and the Page is an engaging story for middle grade readers, but get ready parents, you'll want to find out what happens next too, thanks to Christina Farley's special brand of storytelling. Inspired by a real life royal who lived in the 1500's, The Princess and the Page is a fast-paced contemporary fantasy.I love the whole idea of the Word Weavers, and Christina Farley is definitely one of them. I hope we get another book featuring Keira and her magical pen, and since Christina Farley has already written one best-selling series, (The Gilded Series) that could be a real possibility. I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. The author creates a story where reality and a fairy tale, as well as the past and present, intertwine seamlessly, and the twists and turns leave you wondering what will happen next.
In her Author’s Note, the writer reveals her inspiration for the story, a trip to a magical castle in France. You get to explore this magical castle with the main character as she attempts to solve its mysteries, a I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Once I started reading, I couldn't put it down. The author creates a story where reality and a fairy tale, as well as the past and present, intertwine seamlessly, and the twists and turns leave you wondering what will happen next.
In her Author’s Note, the writer reveals her inspiration for the story, a trip to a magical castle in France. You get to explore this magical castle with the main character as she attempts to solve its mysteries, and she finds herself on a quest that gets more compelling as her time at the castle progresses. Her vivid descriptions allow you to picture the grand castle and its many rooms, stairs and even its many secrets.
I enjoyed reading this very much and would recommend to anyone who enjoys fantasy and adventure stories. Ahh, what can I say.I adored The Princess and the Page! It's been awhile since I've read a middle-grade book and I think it's safe to say that this is just what I needed!The pages are filled with constant adventure set in a beautiful French castle! Keira isn't your typical twelve year old. Nope, she's a word-weaver, a person with special abilities to make their stories come to life, literally!While meandering through this book I was reminded of the movie Clue, with the characters aged down of Ahh, what can I say.I adored The Princess and the Page! It's been awhile since I've read a middle-grade book and I think it's safe to say that this is just what I needed!The pages are filled with constant adventure set in a beautiful French castle!
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Keira isn't your typical twelve year old. Nope, she's a word-weaver, a person with special abilities to make their stories come to life, literally!While meandering through this book I was reminded of the movie Clue, with the characters aged down of course.If you're a fan of mystery, action, and plenty of humor then you'll love this story! Not your typical princess book!My only request is for this to become a series, I'd LOVE another book set in this world! It's an interesting story about a girl who wants to tell all the stories she can.
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She has an unexplainable desire to write, unfortunately her parents happen to have a rule. She can't write, no pens or paper are allowed in the house. And if her mother ever see her writing she gets very angry. So Keira doesn't get to write all those amazing stories. Until the day she found a mysterious pen hidden in her parents' things. Now whatever she writes, comes true.I quite enjoyed this adventurous ta It's an interesting story about a girl who wants to tell all the stories she can.
She has an unexplainable desire to write, unfortunately her parents happen to have a rule. She can't write, no pens or paper are allowed in the house.
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And if her mother ever see her writing she gets very angry. So Keira doesn't get to write all those amazing stories. Until the day she found a mysterious pen hidden in her parents' things. Now whatever she writes, comes true.I quite enjoyed this adventurous tale, it's just perfect with a lot of mystery, fun, magical places, and magical beings, unruly kids, and conniving adults, and of course, a happy ending.
I think no book is complete without a happy ending, it's a must as Keira learns the hard way.;). (more like 3 and half).@Kidlitexchange #partner - I received a copy of this book from the Kidlitexchange network in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.Imagine having the power to bring stories to life, literally, but not realizing it until you’re neck deep into trouble. That’s what Keira has to deal with during her fairytale-like getaway with her mom and best friend.I love how the story is fast paced and every moment Keira and Bella spend inside the castle is a delight becau (more like 3 and half).@Kidlitexchange #partner - I received a copy of this book from the Kidlitexchange network in exchange for an honest review.
All opinions are my own.Imagine having the power to bring stories to life, literally, but not realizing it until you’re neck deep into trouble. That’s what Keira has to deal with during her fairytale-like getaway with her mom and best friend.I love how the story is fast paced and every moment Keira and Bella spend inside the castle is a delight because I can follow them and see everything through their eyes. The haunted castle layer adds a nice edge to an already intriguing story. I appreciate the numerous aspects of French culture the author sprinkles throughout the book, especially chocolate croissants because they are a favorite and I am biased.The only part of the book that bothers me is the fact that all the characters except for Keira herself don’t feel organic. By that I mean they feel like they are brought into the story to fill roles like chess pieces.I’m ok with blaming that last opinion on my writer brain because without it, this book is a lot of fun to read and you will miss the setting once all is said and done. For as long as she can remember, Keira's mother has banned all pens and pencils, anything in the house that you can write with.
Except for a pen hidden in her parents closet. Until one night, a mysterious meal arrives, leaving both her parents unconcious on the floor, and leaving her with 2 theives trying to get the pen and it's powers. Hiding from her mother, she writes a story with the pen, and wins the contest, a 1 week stay at a castle far away. She goes there with her mom and her friend Bel For as long as she can remember, Keira's mother has banned all pens and pencils, anything in the house that you can write with. Except for a pen hidden in her parents closet.
Until one night, a mysterious meal arrives, leaving both her parents unconcious on the floor, and leaving her with 2 theives trying to get the pen and it's powers. Hiding from her mother, she writes a story with the pen, and wins the contest, a 1 week stay at a castle far away. She goes there with her mom and her friend Bella, preparing for the trip of a lifetime. But seeing ghosts, moving pictures, suspicious neighbors, a mischevious boy named Chet, climbing the side of a tall castle, getting stuck in a rapid river, people in disguise, that was not part of the bargain. All to soon, Keira finds out she is a Word Weaver, and falls into her story as it comes to life.
But Word Weavers aren't supposed to enter their stories. Can Keira rewrite her story before she wrecks the past and the future??
The book Princess and the Page by Christina Farley is a fantasy book which is magical and action- packed.This book was mystical because of the author’s choice of words when describing a scene in the book. One example that the book is descriptive is that, in Chapter 2, the author includes this sentence, “Memories from last night throb at the back of my mind as I survey the stark living room,”. This sentence is so descriptive, that I can picture it in my mind. Another reason the book was descripti The book Princess and the Page by Christina Farley is a fantasy book which is magical and action- packed.This book was mystical because of the author’s choice of words when describing a scene in the book. One example that the book is descriptive is that, in Chapter 2, the author includes this sentence, “Memories from last night throb at the back of my mind as I survey the stark living room,”. This sentence is so descriptive, that I can picture it in my mind. Another reason the book was descriptive was that the author used lots of good word choices.
For example, in Chapter 3, the author included this, “Oak trees branch out like a canopy above and the air smells of flowers.” This sentence pictures an image in my mind.Therefore, this shows that Christina Farley’s fictional book, Princess and the Page is definitely a spine-tingling, mystical book, which I would recommend for fifth to sixth graders who enjoy a little bit of magic. I really enjoyed Christina Farley Gilded series so when i saw she was releasing a middle grade novel about a magical pen and princess. I knew i had to pick up a copy. This story is meant for younger audience but i am grown adult and i read whatever catches my eye.I really like how if you have a fan of Nancy drew in your house and they exhausted all of those this a good next step.
It the perfect page length for middle school age easily read in a few days but interesting enough that you could I really enjoyed Christina Farley Gilded series so when i saw she was releasing a middle grade novel about a magical pen and princess. I knew i had to pick up a copy. This story is meant for younger audience but i am grown adult and i read whatever catches my eye.I really like how if you have a fan of Nancy drew in your house and they exhausted all of those this a good next step. It the perfect page length for middle school age easily read in a few days but interesting enough that you could easily read it all in one go. I love the concept of word weavers who have the power to bring their stories to life with a magic pen. Our main character ends up writing a fairy tale that not only wins her a trip of a lifetime but also changes history unknowingly.The story Christina tells about how she was inspired to write this story is a great treat as well.
Pull up a chair and get ready to play detective with Keira. I really wanted to like this book more; clever concept, spunky young heroine, moments of sparkly blue magic, setting inspired by historical event and actual location, etc. Lots to like, in other words. It just didn't really make much sense, ultimately. The plot was scattered, the characters all made nonsensical connections and decisions (like, her dad can't get a week off work to take a free trip to France?
Just.weird stuff like that sprinkled throughout and often with no apparent reason? I really wanted to like this book more; clever concept, spunky young heroine, moments of sparkly blue magic, setting inspired by historical event and actual location, etc. Lots to like, in other words.
It just didn't really make much sense, ultimately. The plot was scattered, the characters all made nonsensical connections and decisions (like, her dad can't get a week off work to take a free trip to France? Just.weird stuff like that sprinkled throughout and often with no apparent reason?), and while the climax was predictable, it was bizarrely predictable, because it was the thing that would make the least sense (and so it would 'surprise' the reader, I guess?). I would still probably give the author another chance, because I really liked the concept and she clearly has some ability with words.
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Maybe she'd have better luck with a less convoluted plot. I really enjoyed reading this story. Its based in France and the protagonist has the magical powers that the stories that she writes come to life. I really enjoyed the pops of French culture sprinkled throughout the book and that it included a real life castle in Loire Valley, France. I've actually been to the castle in the book and I think that the author does a fantastic job bringing it to life and explaining its intricate details. The author has a real gift for plotting out imaginary worlds a I really enjoyed reading this story.
Its based in France and the protagonist has the magical powers that the stories that she writes come to life. I really enjoyed the pops of French culture sprinkled throughout the book and that it included a real life castle in Loire Valley, France. I've actually been to the castle in the book and I think that the author does a fantastic job bringing it to life and explaining its intricate details. The author has a real gift for plotting out imaginary worlds and you really get sucked into them. Keira, the main character, is sassy, quick whited and Brave. One of the quirky items that I enjoyed in the book was the 'sleuthing tips' above each chapter.
I think that this book is awesome for the audience, middle grade, that it was written for. Unfortunately, I was disappointed by this book. I had been hoping from the premise that there would be a lot of story writing and the mixing of stories and reality - and while technically there was that, for the most part the book read like a simple ghost story in a childish modern-day romp around a castle rather than an exciting story about stories.
The only reason I finished the book was for research purposes, rather than really being interested in what happened at the end. The MC wasn't part Unfortunately, I was disappointed by this book.
I had been hoping from the premise that there would be a lot of story writing and the mixing of stories and reality - and while technically there was that, for the most part the book read like a simple ghost story in a childish modern-day romp around a castle rather than an exciting story about stories. The only reason I finished the book was for research purposes, rather than really being interested in what happened at the end. The MC wasn't particularly interesting, either, and the other characters weren't developed enough for me to really get attached to them. The adults were also kind of stupid to be honest, and so the whole book had this childish feeling to it that wasn't a good thing. I finally had a chance to read The Princess and the Page. In a word, fantastic!
I read a lot of books grades 2 and up, both for my classroom and for my own children. As an adult reader, I was hooked from the very beginning. I can't say that about very many books at this level. Christina delivers another amazing, female heroine and a story woven with mystery, magic, and history. I loved the little snippets at the beginning of each chapter, almost like a sneak peek. The ending, well read it for yo I finally had a chance to read The Princess and the Page. In a word, fantastic!
I read a lot of books grades 2 and up, both for my classroom and for my own children. As an adult reader, I was hooked from the very beginning. I can't say that about very many books at this level. Christina delivers another amazing, female heroine and a story woven with mystery, magic, and history.
I loved the little snippets at the beginning of each chapter, almost like a sneak peek. The ending, well read it for yourself.
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You will not be disappointed! I can't wait for my daughter AND son to read this so we can discuss it as a family.On a side note: If you have not read the Giilded series yet, the first one should be your next book.;). The Princess and the Page is a super fun book that has many moments that keep you on the edge of your seat. There is a much adventure throughout, but also laden with suspenseful moments.
You can't take your eyes away from the book since it is so engaging. When it is over, you don't want it to end, so I can't wait until the sequel. I gave this book to my daughter to read and often it has been hard to get her to keep reading a book. Not with this one. She couldn't put it down and brought it in the The Princess and the Page is a super fun book that has many moments that keep you on the edge of your seat. There is a much adventure throughout, but also laden with suspenseful moments.
You can't take your eyes away from the book since it is so engaging. When it is over, you don't want it to end, so I can't wait until the sequel.
I gave this book to my daughter to read and often it has been hard to get her to keep reading a book. Not with this one. She couldn't put it down and brought it in the car and everywhere we went. We both want to see it in a movie.Terrific entertainment for kids and adults will like it too.
What if you had a magic pen that made the stories you wrote come alive? I think many writers have fantasized this concept, and Christina Farley pulls it off in a fun middle grade adventure/mystery/ghost story. Keira's mom has never let her read fiction or write anything more than lists, but when she finds a mysterious pen and writes a fairytale with an unhappy ending, all sorts of havoc is released! Keira wins a stay at a real castle in France for entering her tale in a contest, but she, her mom What if you had a magic pen that made the stories you wrote come alive? I think many writers have fantasized this concept, and Christina Farley pulls it off in a fun middle grade adventure/mystery/ghost story.
Keira's mom has never let her read fiction or write anything more than lists, but when she finds a mysterious pen and writes a fairytale with an unhappy ending, all sorts of havoc is released! Keira wins a stay at a real castle in France for entering her tale in a contest, but she, her mom, and her best friend Bella find much more than an enchanting vacation. Fun read for kids. After teaching and traveling internationally for ten years, Christina started writing about her adventures, tossing in a little fiction for fun.
This inspired her to write the Gilded series, a YA series based on Korean mythology, and THE PRINCESS & THE PAGE, a MG based on fairy tales.Besides writing, Christina loves traveling, running, driving too fast, and eating dark chocolate.Christina wr After teaching and traveling internationally for ten years, Christina started writing about her adventures, tossing in a little fiction for fun. This inspired her to write the Gilded series, a YA series based on Korean mythology, and THE PRINCESS & THE PAGE, a MG based on fairy tales.Besides writing, Christina loves traveling, running, driving too fast, and eating dark chocolate.Christina writes fantasy for teens and children.
She is represented by Jeff Ourvan of the Jennifer Lyons Literary, LLC.Learn more about her by visiting her at or by chatting with her on Twitter @christinafarley or Instagram @christinaLfarley.
About Princess in DisguiseThe magical fourth book in the Wide-Awake Princess series, by the author of The Frog Princess. With the help of family and friends, Annie and Liam's wedding day looks as if it's going to be perfect, until everything starts to go wrong. Liam's father doesn't show up, nor do the magic-wielding guests. Members of the wedding party come down with strange afflictions, Annie's gown is ruined, a storm floods the castle grounds, and an unknown king lays seige to the castle. Queen Karolina decides that they need the help of her fairy godmother, Moonbeam, but a pea-soup fog keeps the messengers from leaving.
Only Annie and Liam can get past the magical fog to find Moonbeam, but even after they find her, it's up to them to discover who cast the spells that ruined the wedding, and why the unknown king wants to conquer Treecrest. Don't miss the rest of the Wide-Awake Princess series by E.
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SummaryThe magical fourth book in the Wide-Awake Princess series, by the author of The Frog Princess.With the help of family and friends, Annie and Liam's wedding day looks as if it's going to be perfect, until everything starts to go wrong. Liam's father doesn't show up, nor do the magic-wielding guests. Members of the wedding party come down with strange afflictions, Annie's gown is ruined, a storm floods the castle grounds, and an unknown king lays seige to the castle. Queen Karolina decides that they need the help of her fairy godmother, Moonbeam, but a pea-soup fog keeps the messengers from leaving. Only Annie and Liam can get past the magical fog to find Moonbeam, but even after they find her, it's up to them to discover who cast the spells that ruined the wedding, and why the unknown king wants to conquer Treecrest.Don't miss the rest of the Wide-Awake Princess series by E.
Baker:The Wide-Awake PrincessUnlocking the SpellThe Bravest PrincessPrincess in DisguisePrincess between WorldsThe Princess and the PearlPrincess before DawnAnd these other magical series:Tales of the Frog PrincessThe Fairy-Tale MatchmakerMore Than a PrincessMagic Animal Rescueand more! CHAPTER 1I know something you don’t know!
An eerie voice whispered in a singsong way.Annie’s eyes shot open and she stared into the dark, trying to see if someone was in the room with her. Enough moonlight came through the window that she could see that her bedchamber was empty. When she spotted the disembodied head that seemed to be floating in the corner, her heart lurched. It took her a moment to recognize the face in the magic mirror.
She’d had the mirror moved to the far corner only the day before and wasn’t used to seeing it there.Oh, it’s you, Annie mumbled, and snuggled deeper under her covers. Unless the castle is about to fall down around our ears, I don’t want to hear about it. I’m getting married tomorrow and I need my rest. Don’t wake me again until morning.Well, if that’s the way you’re going to be! The mirror declared in a huff.
I won’t tell you even if you beg me to.Beg you to what? Annie murmured, nearly asleep again.I’m not saying, replied the mirror, but Annie didn’t hear.She woke the next morning with the nagging feeling that the mirror had something important to say the night before. For a moment she thought about getting up and asking it, but there was a knock on the door and Lilah peeked in.Are you awake? Lilah asked.Just barely, Annie told her, brushing her hair back from her face. You’re up early.And you should be, too, said Lilah as she opened the door the rest of the way. She came in bearing a tray, and used her foot to push the door closed behind her. I thought you might like some breakfast before you’re too busy to eat.How thoughtful!
But it looks as if you’ve brought enough for two. Would you like to join me?I was hoping you’d ask, Lilah said with a grin.While Annie sat up and plumped the pillows behind her, Lilah carried the tray over and set it on the bed. Hiking her skirts up to her knees, she climbed onto the high mattress and reached for a biscuit.Although everyone else thought Lilah was a servant girl, Annie knew the truth. Lilah was a runaway princess who had been hiding in Snow White’s castle when Annie found and befriended her. Before Annie had brought her to Treecrest, Lilah had dressed in dirty clothes and smelly furs, hoping to hide her identity. Annie had made her bathe and wear nicer clothes, although Lilah insisted that she still had to hide among the servants.Are you sure I can’t convince you to change your mind about coming to the wedding? Asked Annie before taking a sip of cider.The servants won’t be there, and I don’t want to stand out in any way.
You’ve done so much for me, and I’ll be forever grateful, but I still have to be careful. If anyone recognizes me and word gets back to my father, I’ll have to run again. Now that I no longer look like a drudge, I worry that someone is going to recognize me every time someone new comes to the castle. When that silk merchant came from Westerling a few weeks ago, he stared at me so long and hard that I was certain he knew who I was.But he didn’t say anything to you, did he? I’m sure you imagined it.Lilah shrugged.
Maybe, but I still don’t want to do anything that will make me stand out.If you insist, said Annie. Here, have another biscuit. You’re too thin for your own good. I think you should—Suddenly the door popped open and a figure no taller than Annie’s knee skipped into the room.
Seeing Lilah, he scratched his head and said, I don’t know much about human customs, but why is a servant sitting on your bed, Princess?Lilah scooted off the bed, nearly knocking over the tray.I dropped something and she was helping me look for it, said Annie.In your bed? Said the sprite. Were you looking at your ladybug collection? Or do you collect pretty stones? I collect both and sometimes I sort them while I’m in bed. One time I lost some of my bugs in my bed and couldn’t find them for weeks.
Of course, my mattress is made of moss and—Your Highness, if you are finished with your breakfast, I can take the tray for you, Lilah said, looking flustered.Breakfast! The little sprite said, his eyes lighting up. I already ate in the great hall, but I could find room for more if you can spare it.He looked at the tray so longingly that Annie had to laugh.
Go ahead and help yourself, Squidge. Glancing at the door as Lilah closed it behind her, she sighed. There was so much she’d like to do for her, if only the girl would let her.Mmm, the sprite said as he swallowed a bite of biscuit.
Yours are even better than the ones downstairs.Annie smiled. She had met the little sprite while looking for the dwarf who had turned Gwendolyn’s beloved Beldegard into a bear. They had stopped at the Moonflower Glade to talk to the fairy Moonbeam, and met her assistant, Squidge, instead. Shortly after Annie and Liam announced their wedding date, the sprite had arrived at the castle, explaining that Moonbeam was busy with her new husband and didn’t need Squidge’s help just then. Annie was happy to accept his offer to assist with the wedding. He had proven to be very helpful, and Annie had remarked more than once that he was a lot nicer than he had seemed in the Moonflower Glade.Taking another biscuit, Squidge slathered jam all over it and crammed the whole thing into his mouth.
He chewed it with his eyes half-closed, then glanced at Annie and said, Why aren’t you dressed already? You’re not canceling the wedding, are you?Crumbs shot out of his mouth as he talked, landing on the coverlet. Annie moved her plate out of the way. I would get up and get dressed if you’d leave.In a minute, said Squidge.
He ate two more biscuits, gulping them down without really chewing. As I told you before, I wanted to help with your wedding to thank you for introducing Moonbeam to her new husband. If it weren’t for you, they wouldn’t have fallen in love and gotten married. I’ve never seen Moonbeam so happy. He made a sour face, but when he caught Annie looking at him, it turned into a smile.I hope you like everything I’ve done.
I want you and Liam to have the kind of wedding you deserve. I know you’ve been busy, but I did what you asked me to, plus lots more. I washed all the dogs that live in the castle, I weeded the courtyard, I scrubbed the dungeon steps, I took care of the invitations, I polished the spires on the towers, I entertained the visiting children, and watered the garden every day. Say, are you going to eat that biscuit?
He licked his lips as he pointed at the one on her plate.Yes, she said, and picked it up. I really do appreciate all that you’ve done for us. She took a bite, even though Squidge was staring at her mouth as she did it.Apparently not enough to give me that biscuit, he grumbled under his breath. Anyway, I came to ask if there’s anything else you need me to do.
I could polish the floor in the great hall or give baths to all the cats. The weather is going to be beautiful today, so the cats would dry fast.That won’t be necessary, said Annie. My wedding guests would slip if the floor was polished now, and the cats would all be in very bad moods.There was a knock on the door and her friend Snow White called out, May we come in?Of course, Annie called back.The door opened, admitting Snow White and Eleanor, a lovely young woman who had just married Annie’s cousin, Ainsley. The two girls were already dressed for Annie’s wedding, and a cloud of perfume entered the room with them. Squidge raised his head to sniff the air. With his face scrunched up as if he’d smelled something bad, he hopped off the bed. Gotta go, he said.
Lots to do.Annie hardly noticed as he scurried out the door, because Snow White was already talking. We came to see if you need help with anything.Not really, said Annie. I think everything is under control.We could help with your dress or your hair, offered Eleanor.Annie shook her head. Thank you, Eleanor, but my mother wants me to come to her chamber to get dressed.Oh, please don’t call me Eleanor. Call me Ella like my father did. Eleanor reminds me of my stepmother. She used to call me Eleanor before she started calling me Cinderella.
That goes for you, too, Snow White. I want all my friends to call me Ella.Then we will, Ella, Annie said with a smile.We wanted to tell you how happy we are for you, Annie, Snow White told her. Liam is perfect for you. He’s wonderful and loves you so much. After seeing you two together, I knew that I wanted a husband just like him.
He’s what inspired me to choose Maitland—a good man who loves me for myself.That’s how I feel about Ainsley, said Ella.Squidge hadn’t closed the door all the way when he left, and now it opened wide as Annie’s sister, Gwendolyn, walked in. Oh good, you’re awake, she said, seeing Annie sitting up in bed. I came to see if you had any questions for your older, already married sister.Gwennie and her new husband, Beldegard, had returned from their grand tour only two days before, giving the sisters little time to talk.You’ve been married for just over a month, said Annie.Yes, Gwennie said as she plunked herself on the edge of the bed. But I’ve learned so much about men that I never knew! What would you like to ask me?Uh, nothing?
Said Annie.Well, I have a question, said Snow White. I’m getting married soon, but before I do, there is one thing I’ve been wondering and I didn’t know who to ask. It’s very personal, but I couldn’t talk to my father about it and I don’t have a mother to ask.What is it? I’ll be happy to talk about anything! Said Gwennie.Do all men snore?
The dwarves all did and it made a horrible racket at night. I was always glad that my room was on a different floor and I could shut the door at night.Snoring? That’s what you want to ask me? I thought you wanted to know about.
Gwennie gasped as her gaze landed on the magic mirror in the corner. I heard you had a magic mirror in your room, but I didn’t know it was so big! She told Annie. 'I have got to ask it a question!'
Snow White glanced at the mirror with distaste. You can, but I’m not going near it.
That thing reminds me of my evil stepmother.That’s all right, said Gwennie. I have plenty of questions for it.
Let’s see, which one should I ask first? Mirror, mirror, on the wall, how many children will I have?That doesn’t rhyme, said Ella.
I thought the questions you asked magic mirrors always had to rhyme.Rhyming isn’t necessary, said Annie as she watched mist begin to form in the mirror.When the face appeared in the swirling mist, it looked annoyed. What do I look like—a crystal ball? I can’t predict the future!Well then, said Gwennie. Tell me this. Who is the handsomest prince of all? She looked smug as she waited for the answer, and surprised when the image of a blindingly handsome prince wearing a cape of blue-striped skins appeared.That would be Prince Larsenvarsen from the kingdom of Skol, said the mirror.Irritation came through in Gwennie’s voice when she said, Let me rephrase that. Who is the handsomest formerly enchanted prince?Prince Cumberpants of Grimswald, the mirror said as two images appeared side by side.
One was a frog looking very unhappy. The other was a handsome prince wearing a goofy grin.Uh, Gwennie, you can’t ask it too many questions, Annie told her. The mirror is going to run out of power soon.I know, I know! Gwennie replied. I just want to hear the mirror say his name. Who is the handsomest formerly enchanted prince who was once a bear?Prince Allyoop from Skreevakia.
The image of a cuddly little bear cub appeared beside that of a handsome dark-haired child, but the picture was fainter than before.This is ridiculous! Cried Gwennie. Why can’t this mirror give me the right answer?Gwennie, you really can’t— Annie began.Just one more, said her sister.
Mirror, who is the handsomest formerly enchanted prince who was once a very big bear whose name begins with ‘B’ and ends in ‘ard’?That would be Prince Beldegard, although Prince Borisigard is a close second, the mirror said, showing two images that were so faint that they were almost impossible to see.Finally! Cried Gwennie. Annie, this mirror is defective. You should get rid of it.The face was gone, but the swirling mist was still there. Suddenly, bright lights flickered in the mist, then the whole thing went black.I think you upset it, Annie said.
I’m sorry, ladies, but I’m going to have to ask you to leave so I can get dressed. I’ll talk to all of you after the wedding.We’re leaving, said Gwennie. I almost wish I had come home sooner so I could have helped you plan your wedding. If it were my wedding, I would have done things very differently. Why, I was telling Beldegard that you really should have—I’ll talk to you later, Gwennie.
Thanks for stopping by, everyone! Annie said, shooing the princesses out of the room and shutting the door. Hearing Gwennie talk had reminded Annie of what her sister had been like when she married Beldegard.
She had been demanding, overly sensitive, and so concerned with what she wanted that she had made everyone else’s lives miserable. Annie couldn’t stand being around her sister then, and was determined not to act the way her sister had or treat anyone the way Gwennie had treated her. CHAPTER 2Queen Karolina had made it very clear that Annie was to come straight to see her the moment she got out of bed. As Annie hurried along the corridor, she glanced to the far end, where a window revealed a beautiful cloudless day, just as Squidge had said.
It was the perfect kind of day for a wedding.The little sprite wasn’t the only one who had offered to help. Annie’s aunt and uncle, Queen Theodora and King Daneel, were there, as well as their son, Prince Ainsley, and his new wife. Ella had been an enormous help with the more practical matters like seating arrangements at the formal dinner and choosing the food to be served after the ceremony. Snow White and her betrothed, Prince Maitland, had arrived a day later, even though they were in the midst of their own wedding preparations. Snow White had hit it.
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