The Plight and Plot of Princess PennyAuthor: Michael Mullin
Published by: Gemiknight Studios LLC
Publication Date: February 22, 2012
Format: eBook
Pages: 30
Source: Author
From the author of “8: The Previously Untold Story of the Previously Unknown 8th Dwarf” comes an original fairy tale about a teenage princess who hires the witch from “The Frog Prince” to get revenge on a Mean Girl at school. (Intended for YA readers and up.)
No joke, I love this kind of stuff! I reviewed Mullin’s other book, 8: The Previously Untold Story of the Unknown 8th Dwarf, not too long ago and adored it. There’s just something about a story told or wrote in rhyme that I love. But not just any old rhyming tale will do; I need it witty, fun, and clever. Thankfully, Mullin does this well.
The Plight & Plot of Princess Penny is a little modern mixed with classic fairytale. Penny may be a princess, but she certainly doesn’t rule at school. The girl she once considered a best friend is queen bee, and makes Penny miserable. Finally Penny has enough, and seeks the help of a witch in the woods. The witch agrees to help, but everything comes with a price.
Like the description says, this book is intended for YA and up. I let two fifteen-year-old girls I know read it, and they loved it too. One thought it was a little long, but worth it. Seriously, it only takes about fifteen minutes to read, so I guess it’s just what you consider long for this type of story.
Overall, The Plight & Plot of Princess Penny is quick and fun. The author did a good job with the twists and bringing everything together. Anyone who can think and write like that has my respect. And isn’t the cover cute? I think so.
I loved the eighth dwarf too…will ck this one out.
oh this looks fun! I love fun stuff like this!!
Ooh, I remember your review for 8! I actually won a copy of that book and still have to read it. 😀
This sounds great too! I love a fun and witty read. Awesome review, Christy! 🙂
I love to see modern and classic mixed, but yes, it has to be done well to work. Glad you and your daughters had fun with this one. 🙂
I don't have daughters. They are neighbors and friends with my son.
Oh you did win a copy? You should read it! It's only like 10 pages.
It is fun, so is his other book. You need to try them 🙂
I didn't know you read 8…. I'm glad you liked it!
This looks SO cute. I love the cover…very Tim Burton!
OMG!! Me too!!! I need to pick this up chick!!! Awesomeness!!!
Aw, this sounds cute! I'm a sucker for a fairy tale when they're done right, and this sounds like it is appealing enough for adults who read YA, too. 🙂
Wendy @ The Midnight Garden
Thank you for the review and comments! So happy to generate interest. There actually IS an indirect Tim Burton connection. Check out “The Backstory” page on my blog:
http://talespinsbooks.wordpress.com
Best,
Michael
Need to add this one to my check-it-out pile too. The ideas this author comes up with seem to be hilarious!
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