alissabar's review
4.0
I can't resist a story that includes a fiesty princess. Thank you goodreads recommendations for suggesting this one to me. It was a great adventure and my 11 year old daughter has loved it, too. I've got the sequel waiting for me to read.
kgormley's review
3.0
King Stromgard and Queen Istilda think it's time that Princess Margaret get married. So, King Stromgard offers up Princess Margaret's hand in marriage to the prince who can rid their kingdom of the dragon, witch and bandits that are causing problems. The problem is, Margaret (Meg) is not happy about this, so she sets out to win the contest herself.
I liked this book, in it's defense it took me forever to read it 'cause I was reading it at work a chapter or so every few days at lunch time ... not a good way to read a book and keep track of what is going on.
I liked this book, in it's defense it took me forever to read it 'cause I was reading it at work a chapter or so every few days at lunch time ... not a good way to read a book and keep track of what is going on.
rach's review
5.0
A delightfully different fairy tale about a princess who wasn't content to sit around and let herself become a prize for men to fight over, and sets out to win her own hand (and save herself from a despicable, lying prince). I loved Meg and all her friends, and I can't wait to read more of their adventures, as I see there is a sequel, featuring Laddy! Also, despite the fact that I love that this book wasn't about romance or Meg finding her prince, I can't be the only one hoping to see Bain pop up again in the future, with his delightfully smirky smirk.
holtfan's review
4.0
Adorable! I loved The Runaway Princess. I can't believe it took me so long to read it! The story is full of humor and strong, fun characters. Especially Princess Meg!
Plot
The kingdom of Greeve contains a witch, a dragon, and a group of bandits. To rid the land of this evil, the King of Greeve offers half his kingdom and his only daughter's hand in marriage to the prince that defeats all three threats and restores peace. However, Princess Meg is no traditional lady and she certainly doesn't want to marry any old bread-for-brains prince! With the help of a garden boy, a maid, a clueless guard, and a redheaded wizard, she sets off to save all three targets from the princes and win the contest herself.
Thoughts
Princess Meg makes a fantastic heroine. She has courage and kindness and doesn't need a prince. I loved her character. She isn't a brilliant swordsman or endowed with magical ability. She just wants a voice in the matter of her future. She experiences character change.
The story is a typical fairy tale but with a twist. It isn't cliche, girl power either. Princess Meg may not "need a man", but she certainly needs her friends. She feels like a 14 year old.
If the book has any flaws, it does jump around a little. Occasionally in the middle of an intense scene, the story flips to something random and silly. It keeps the tone of the novel lighthearted.
This is exactly the sort of story that can be read to little girls.
A new favorite for my fairy tale repertoire!
Plot
The kingdom of Greeve contains a witch, a dragon, and a group of bandits. To rid the land of this evil, the King of Greeve offers half his kingdom and his only daughter's hand in marriage to the prince that defeats all three threats and restores peace. However, Princess Meg is no traditional lady and she certainly doesn't want to marry any old bread-for-brains prince! With the help of a garden boy, a maid, a clueless guard, and a redheaded wizard, she sets off to save all three targets from the princes and win the contest herself.
Thoughts
Princess Meg makes a fantastic heroine. She has courage and kindness and doesn't need a prince. I loved her character. She isn't a brilliant swordsman or endowed with magical ability. She just wants a voice in the matter of her future. She experiences character change.
The story is a typical fairy tale but with a twist. It isn't cliche, girl power either. Princess Meg may not "need a man", but she certainly needs her friends. She feels like a 14 year old.
If the book has any flaws, it does jump around a little. Occasionally in the middle of an intense scene, the story flips to something random and silly. It keeps the tone of the novel lighthearted.
This is exactly the sort of story that can be read to little girls.
A new favorite for my fairy tale repertoire!
elevetha's review
4.0
Very well done. Humor, character development, fun story, good characters, and so much more. A lovely read. Really good. Recommended.
gilanamia's review
3.0
Reminded me a lot of Never After, although without the lesbian angle. A very fun read.
librarykate's review
5.0
Meg is not happy to be the prize for a contest of princes. With the help of her maid, Dilly, and friend Cam, she sets out to win the contest and earn the right to live her life as she pleases.
I really enjoyed reading about Meg. She was a fun and engaging heroine. This book was clean and light-hearted.
I really enjoyed reading about Meg. She was a fun and engaging heroine. This book was clean and light-hearted.