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Charm

Sarah Pinborough (2013)

SubgenreFantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages204 (Quick Read (<250))
Setting
CSM age13
Goodreads3.54/5 (3437)

Content levels

ViolenceMild
Sexual contentModerate
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

Class StruggleDeception

Hero archetypes

Royalty / Prince

Synopsis

CHARM is a beautifully illustrated re-telling of the Cinderella story which takes all the much-loved elements of the classic fairytale (the handsome prince, the fairy godmother, the enchanted mouse, the beautiful girl and, of course, the iconic balls) and puts a modern spin on the characters, their motives and their desires.

Is Charm appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 13 and up.

A modern reimagining of Cinderella with fresh perspectives on character motives and desires. The 'modern spin' suggests some updated content that may include mild romantic elements and contemporary attitudes toward classic fairy tale dynamics.

What to know going in

This book has mild violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include class struggle and deception.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy a fresh, illustrated take on the classic Cinderella story with new twists on familiar characters.

Tags

Fairy Tale RetellingIllustratedRomantic Fantasy