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Synopsis
In the style of The Princess Bride , a hilarious and clever tale follows Christian, who, while spying on the royal family, saves the life of Princess Marigold and falls madly in love with her, but a devious plot devised by her own mother, the Queen, to take over the kingdom threatens to destroy them. Jr Lib Guild. An ALA Notable Children's Book & Best Book for Young Adults. Reprint.
Is Once Upon A Marigold (Upon a Marigold #1 appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A lighthearted fairy tale retelling with mild peril and a villain queen plotting against her own kingdom. Suitable for middle grade readers with positive messages about love, courage, and standing up to injustice.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language. Content notes include deception and parental manipulation.
Who'll love this
Fans of funny, romantic fairy tales will love this clever story about a boy who saves a princess and must stop her evil mother's plot.