The Fairy Godmother Dilemma Catspell edition by Danyelle Leafty Children eBooks
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A head cold can muddle the clearest of heads, and fairy godmothers are no exception.
Which is why Nerissa finds herself agreeing to help Breena, a Damsel in Distress, even though she’d rather wrangle a whole posse of evil stepmothers than accept the job. To her credit, Breena, would rather kiss a hundred toads than work with a fairy godmother.
After an ill-fated attempt to get out of their contract, Breena now has whiskers, claws, and a tail. Finding a suitable prince for a small, white cat isn’t going to be easy, but that’s the least of Nerissa’s problems. The person who gave Breena the “cat” potion isn’t going to stop until she’s destroyed everything Nerissa stands for as a fairy godmother.
If she wants to save Breena, Nerissa is going to have figure out where the fairy tale went wrong and how she can bring a Happily Ever After to the only girl she’s ever failed.
Catspell is a retelling of The White Cat.
1st book in The Fairy Godmother Dilemma series.
2nd Edition June 2012.
The Fairy Godmother Dilemma Catspell edition by Danyelle Leafty Children eBooks
Sometimes, I can be surrounded by people and still feel alone. Thankfully, for me that feeling fades after a while, a few days at most. When she was a baby, Breena was traded to the Faerie queen, and now the Faerie queen wants to get rid of her. Breena always feels out of place with the faeries, but this just proves to her that she is right. No one wants her. When the Fey saddle her with a Fairy godmother, Breena, wallowing in self-pity, wants nothing to do with her. When she tries to take matters into her own hands, Breena winds up a cat, and this story is just getting started...As I pick up Catspell, I am super excited because I ADORE Fairy Tales. I very anxiously read to see how this one will turn out, because I love when a fairy tale has a new spin. Catspell starts out really amazing-- it is unique, different, and full of twists and turns! However, the ending strikes me as "off the mark". Catspell's Breena is a fantastic heroine, but in the end she makes some atypical decisions that don't seem to fit in with her character.
One of the first things that strikes me about Breena is her independence. She practically refuses her fairy godmother's help and instead turns to her own devices. Breena's character is complex -- not the average fairy tale princess, which I really enjoy. She takes her Cat-ness in stride and never lets it slow her down. I really like that Breena refuses to be bossed around or looked down upon. She is a loyal friend and is always willing to help others. The fact that Breena doesn't wish for "prince charming and happily ever after" tells me, right off the bat, that she is unique.
I also really enjoy that Catspell switches between characters so I can see everyone's side and opinion. If I only look through Breena's eyes, I would think Myles is a pompous, arrogant, jerk. But, with the change in perspective, I can understand Myles' actions and see his intentions. I especially like seeing the fairy godmother's opinions. I have never read a book that has done this-- it is a revelation!
The Cover:
I really, REALLY like this cover. I love how the girl on the front almost completely fades into the background, it gives it a magical feel. All the colors are soft, so nothing hurts my eyes! I think the snow (or maybe it's little faerie lights?) have a really cool effect. It's almost like they frame the girl in the middle! So basically: this cover is stunning.
I give this book 4 out of 5 stars: Great Book!
Read more of my reviews at Epiloguereview at blogspot
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The Fairy Godmother Dilemma Catspell edition by Danyelle Leafty Children eBooks Reviews
Based upon a rarely adapted fairytale called `The White Cat,' Danyelle Leafty's The Fairy Godmother Dilemma Catspell tells the tale of Breena. A princess raised by faeries, Breena is now being given the boot from the place she was raised and given little choice but to find her Happily Ever After.
But Breena (or as her fairy godmother thinks of her, the Damsel in Distress) has no desire for a kingdom, or even a fairy godmother. In an effort to escape this fate, she drinks a potion that winds up turning her into a cat, which only makes finding this `DID' her `HEA' that much harder.
Leafty utilizes not dual, but quadruple perspectives to tell her Catspell story. There's the fairy godmother, Nerissa, Breena, the aforementioned DID, the prince's mage (Myles), and a creature that Breena befriended when she lived amongst the fairies. While each perspective has a distinct personality that befits each charming character, some perspectives felt like mere glances into their lives as opposed to full on narratives. It's difficult to grow attached to any one character because of the switch-off.
Magic is aplenty in the world of Catspell, but with so many different kinds--faeries, mages, enchanted forests, Wishes, dragons--it often seems that magic is just there for magic's sake. The rules don't seem defined, new elements and rules coming to light as somewhat contrived plot devices. Obstacles for obstacles' sake and convenience for convenience's sake... you get the idea.
Further, Catspell was pitched to me as Young Adult fantasy, but though the princess Breena is sixteen years old, the novel has a decided bend towards Middle Grade fiction with its young voice and such elements as talking animals dressed as humans. I don't mind the odd talking cat, but it was a little hard for me to swallow that many of them in a YA novel... much less when they're admiring gowns, walking around on their hind legs, executing curtsies, and getting princes to fall for them.
I want to be clear Catspell is adorable, provided it's what you're looking for. Upper-level YA, it is not. An unusual MG? Probably.
Overall rating 3/5. A charming story, but better suited to readers of light Middle Grade fiction.
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This was a fantastic book. I couldn't put it down. I'm now reading anything by her I can get my hands on.
Couldn't put it down! One of the best book I have ready recently. Leafty did a wonderful job by writing such a compelling book!!!
I really enoyed your book and look forward to reading more and more. I am ever greatful to my sweet Sister Melinda for refering me to your work )
I didn't realize that this book was for younger people when I bought it, but I started it and kept reading. The story was quite engaging, and as I read, all I could think about was what a great animated film this would make. It has magic, danger, excitement, and a happy ending. It's a well-written story with lots of twists, cleverly thought out. I'd recommend it to anyone--not just the younger crowd. Great job.
Carole McKee, Author
Faeries and dragons, wishes and wands, a fairy godmother and a damsel in distress. This is a humorous, delightful story with all of the above. I had a smile on my face as I read through, and was let-down when there were no more pages to read. Imagine my joy when I discovered this author has many more stories for me to devour. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good, cleverly told story, and being entertained.
Sometimes, I can be surrounded by people and still feel alone. Thankfully, for me that feeling fades after a while, a few days at most. When she was a baby, Breena was traded to the Faerie queen, and now the Faerie queen wants to get rid of her. Breena always feels out of place with the faeries, but this just proves to her that she is right. No one wants her. When the Fey saddle her with a Fairy godmother, Breena, wallowing in self-pity, wants nothing to do with her. When she tries to take matters into her own hands, Breena winds up a cat, and this story is just getting started...
As I pick up Catspell, I am super excited because I ADORE Fairy Tales. I very anxiously read to see how this one will turn out, because I love when a fairy tale has a new spin. Catspell starts out really amazing-- it is unique, different, and full of twists and turns! However, the ending strikes me as "off the mark". Catspell's Breena is a fantastic heroine, but in the end she makes some atypical decisions that don't seem to fit in with her character.
One of the first things that strikes me about Breena is her independence. She practically refuses her fairy godmother's help and instead turns to her own devices. Breena's character is complex -- not the average fairy tale princess, which I really enjoy. She takes her Cat-ness in stride and never lets it slow her down. I really like that Breena refuses to be bossed around or looked down upon. She is a loyal friend and is always willing to help others. The fact that Breena doesn't wish for "prince charming and happily ever after" tells me, right off the bat, that she is unique.
I also really enjoy that Catspell switches between characters so I can see everyone's side and opinion. If I only look through Breena's eyes, I would think Myles is a pompous, arrogant, jerk. But, with the change in perspective, I can understand Myles' actions and see his intentions. I especially like seeing the fairy godmother's opinions. I have never read a book that has done this-- it is a revelation!
The Cover
I really, REALLY like this cover. I love how the girl on the front almost completely fades into the background, it gives it a magical feel. All the colors are soft, so nothing hurts my eyes! I think the snow (or maybe it's little faerie lights?) have a really cool effect. It's almost like they frame the girl in the middle! So basically this cover is stunning.
I give this book 4 out of 5 stars Great Book!
Read more of my reviews at Epiloguereview at blogspot
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