After a major shipwreck in her father's business, Beauty's family is forced to move out of the city. In the country, Beauty soon discovers that the forest is enchanted. It is said deep in its bowels lies a castle, home to a ferocious beast. When Beauty arrives, she quickly learns that you cannot judge a book by its cover.
Although I was never one for fairy tales, McKinley's writing style simply glued my hands and eyes to the book. All ages.
Bethany C., grade 7