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A review by darquedreamer
Cinderella and the Colonel by K.M. Shea
5.0
Cinderella and the Colonel is a refreshing twist on a classic tale. It has historical charm, humor, romance, and magic. Shea's Timeless Fairy Tales get better and better with each addition!
I really loved the wit and charm that this one had to offer. It reminded me a little of the movie Ever After with its historical world feel and the sense of friendship between Cinderella and her servants. It had several refreshing twists compared to the usual retellings of the tale, and had a few surprising moments that fit in with the predictable faerie tale bits.
I loved the way that this one was written to make me feel the oppression of the people of the kingdom from the Queen's taxes. I was drawn in to the world and the story. I found myself smiling, laughing, and even shedding a tear at a beautiful moment toward the end. The plot was captivating and enchanting, and the writing was elegant and descriptive, as always.
I really loved this version of Cinderella, too. She was very strong and independent, but had a soft, emotional side to her as well. She was fierce and determined to keep her servants employed and keep her household running. She was witty and intelligent, and very caring and kind. I think she paired quite well with her "prince charming."
Colonel Friedrich was very well written. He had a little bit of mystery, but also wore his heart on his sleeve. He was charming, humorous, and intriguing. He definitely strayed from the "normal prince charming," but in an entertaining way.
I fell in love with the underlying moral of forgiveness and empathy that was elegantly laced throughout the tale. I enjoyed the political involvement entwined in the tale and the tie ins to the first two Timeless Fairy Tales. There was even a beautiful twist involving the "step-family" that was so classic Shea.
I really loved the wit and charm that this one had to offer. It reminded me a little of the movie Ever After with its historical world feel and the sense of friendship between Cinderella and her servants. It had several refreshing twists compared to the usual retellings of the tale, and had a few surprising moments that fit in with the predictable faerie tale bits.
I loved the way that this one was written to make me feel the oppression of the people of the kingdom from the Queen's taxes. I was drawn in to the world and the story. I found myself smiling, laughing, and even shedding a tear at a beautiful moment toward the end. The plot was captivating and enchanting, and the writing was elegant and descriptive, as always.
I really loved this version of Cinderella, too. She was very strong and independent, but had a soft, emotional side to her as well. She was fierce and determined to keep her servants employed and keep her household running. She was witty and intelligent, and very caring and kind. I think she paired quite well with her "prince charming."
Colonel Friedrich was very well written. He had a little bit of mystery, but also wore his heart on his sleeve. He was charming, humorous, and intriguing. He definitely strayed from the "normal prince charming," but in an entertaining way.
I fell in love with the underlying moral of forgiveness and empathy that was elegantly laced throughout the tale. I enjoyed the political involvement entwined in the tale and the tie ins to the first two Timeless Fairy Tales. There was even a beautiful twist involving the "step-family" that was so classic Shea.