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tatertot_reader's review against another edition
3.0
note: I’m not gonna lie, elle and darien’s characters felt very… incomplete to me? just the way elle was always crying and complaining at some points, and then was super defensive?? idk, it just felt a bit odd.
fairynanook's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Super cute YA Cinderella retelling. I enjoyed the geeky elements of this tale. Talk of cosplay, cons, etc. Has lots of the best elements of other Cinderella retellings and I thought it was really cute.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse and Death of parent
Moderate: Homophobia, Racism, Lesbophobia, and Abandonment
nnaaras's review against another edition
3.0
A cute, quick re-telling of the classic Cinderella story, with a fan fiction twist. While there wasn't a lot of depth to the characters and I never really felt invested in the story, I enjoyed how different elements of the original story were re-purposed for the present day. While I wouldn't necessarily consider myself a fangirl and I've never attended a single con, I loved all of the geek references (Browncoats unite!). An entertaining enough read for a long travel day.
nightowl24's review against another edition
5.0
This was amazing, in my humble opinion. The nerd and the Disney princess in my heart are swooning together. I typically do not enjoy YA but this was so so so good. If you want the emotional rollercoaster of wanting to hug some of the characters and then slap some of the others, this is the book! The characters felt real and there is a character for everyone.
civilgurl83's review against another edition
3.0
3 Stars
This was a really cute young adult romance. I really enjoyed following both characters and picking up on the Cinderella references. Ashley Poston did a great job subtlety and then not so subtlety sneaking this in. I am not sure if I will continue on with the series, but this one would be great if you are looking for something that is a fast pace read.
This was a really cute young adult romance. I really enjoyed following both characters and picking up on the Cinderella references. Ashley Poston did a great job subtlety and then not so subtlety sneaking this in. I am not sure if I will continue on with the series, but this one would be great if you are looking for something that is a fast pace read.
niya_saliha's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
This was well developed - how Darien ended up texting Elle because it was the ExcelsiCon's founder aka Elle's father and the the part about who actually leaked Darien's photos - was really good. Also, the author does a good job of not making Darien's former friend who sold him out or Elle's stepmother as one dimensional. They are not just bad people, just not right people for the MCs.
But, I hate characters who don't stand up to bullies. If I were Ella, I would be putting dish-soap in her stepmom's coffee, hair removal cream in her stepsister's shampoo, itch powder in their bedsheets and underwear and putting sugar in the gas tank. Seriously, Ella was the only one who did anything around the house, she could done so much of fucking with her stepsisters and stepmom. Also, why was she so dumb leaving behind her mom's dress and ExcelsiCon tickets in a place where her step-bitch-sister can get her hands on them? Even that final "taking down" of Chloe the mega-bitch was abysmal. I have had sneezes that did more damage. A totally unsatisfying ending.
But, I hate characters who don't stand up to bullies. If I were Ella, I would be putting dish-soap in her stepmom's coffee, hair removal cream in her stepsister's shampoo, itch powder in their bedsheets and underwear and putting sugar in the gas tank. Seriously, Ella was the only one who did anything around the house, she could done so much of fucking with her stepsisters and stepmom. Also, why was she so dumb leaving behind her mom's dress and ExcelsiCon tickets in a place where her step-bitch-sister can get her hands on them? Even that final "taking down" of Chloe the mega-bitch was abysmal. I have had sneezes that did more damage. A totally unsatisfying ending.
amanda_lee's review against another edition
4.0
4-4.5 stars. This was such a fun quirky read. It's a modern day Cinderella with fandom, and I am all in for that. This is one of my favourite Cinderella retellings.
I absolutely loved the portrayal of the fandom, it felt real and was probably my favourite aspect. I must say, the show in the book sounds really good. I enjoyed all of the characters, they were cute and diverse.
I absolutely loved the portrayal of the fandom, it felt real and was probably my favourite aspect. I must say, the show in the book sounds really good. I enjoyed all of the characters, they were cute and diverse.
heza's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
mysteriousmissm's review against another edition
5.0
To be fair. I haven’t read thaaaat many Cinderella retellings. Besides Cinder, that is. I’ve only watched retellings. I love the idea of a geeky princess finding her own royalty in a world of nerds that isn’t as feminine as ‘Cinderella’ might make you believe.
I loved the main character which for me changes everything. And shows good penmanship. How many female protagonists are just so damn annoying? Be honest. Over half of my current reads fall into that description. Especially when there are such inspiring side characters that get pushed to the side.
I loved that one of the stepsister’s is like Anastasia from Disney’s version. She essentially fell in love with the charming baker. But of pumpkin fritters and things.
The WIENER DOG!!!!!! He deserves everything. The world’s best. Frank the Tank.
I’m just so happy I’ve read two contemporaries in a row I love!
Also in my opinion the references were more Star Trek than Star Wars.
But that might just be me.
I loved the main character which for me changes everything. And shows good penmanship. How many female protagonists are just so damn annoying? Be honest. Over half of my current reads fall into that description. Especially when there are such inspiring side characters that get pushed to the side.
I loved that one of the stepsister’s is like Anastasia from Disney’s version. She essentially fell in love with the charming baker. But of pumpkin fritters and things.
The WIENER DOG!!!!!! He deserves everything. The world’s best. Frank the Tank.
I’m just so happy I’ve read two contemporaries in a row I love!
Also in my opinion the references were more Star Trek than Star Wars.
But that might just be me.