Beasts and Beauty

Written by Soman Chainani · Illustrated by Julia Iredale

Twelve tales twist familiar stories into dangerous mysteries of magic and rebellion.

3.8 Goodreads · 9,910 ratings

336 pages· 50,987 words· Est. 5.5 hour read· ~890L

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Bookroo's summary

Dive into twelve twisted tales where familiar stories unravel into mysteries of magic and rebellion. A prince's unexpected awakening, a beauty's fierce battle, and a boy's defiance against becoming prey challenge the boundaries of life and death. Each story spins a new truth, daring you to explore a world where paths to happiness are lost and found. These tales reflect our times, inviting you to discover the unexpected. Are you ready to uncover the truths hidden within?

From the publisher

You think you know these stories, don’t you?You are wrong. You don’t know them at all.Twelve tales, twelve dangerous tales of mystery, magic, and rebellious hearts. Each twists like a spindle to reveal truths full of warning and triumph, truths that free hearts long kept tame, truths that explore life . . . and death.A prince has a surprising awakening . . . A beauty fights like a beast . . .A boy refuses to become prey . . .A path to happiness is lost. . . . then found again.New York Times bestselling author Soman Chainani respins old stories into fresh fairy tales for a new era and creates a world like no other. These stories know you. They understand you. They reflect you. They are tales for our times. So read on, if you dare. THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is the #1 movie now streaming on Netflix–starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophie Anne Caruso, Jamie Flatters, Earl Cave, Kit Young, and many others!

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