Cinderella Liberator

By Rebecca Solnit, Arthur Rackham (Illustrator)

Part of the Fairytale Revolution series

Cinderella discovers self-reliance and inspires change in a reimagined fairytale.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a fresh take on a classic tale, Cinderella, preferring to be called Ella, meets her fairy godmother and attends a ball. But instead of waiting for rescue, she learns to save herself and inspire others. With courage and conviction, Ella challenges the status quo, discovering her true strength. This modern twist on Cinderella, featuring Arthur Rackham's timeless silhouettes, invites readers to question traditional narratives and embrace empowerment. Will Ella's journey of self-discovery change her world forever? Dive into this enchanting story where imagination and liberty reign, and find out how one girl can make a difference.

From the publisher

In her debut children’s book, Rebecca Solnit reimagines a classic fairytale with a fresh, feminist Cinderella and new plot twists that will inspire young readers to change the world, featuring gorgeous silhouettes from Arthur Rackham on each page.

In this modern twist on the classic story, Cinderella, who would rather just be Ella, meets her fairy godmother, goes to a ball, and makes friends with a prince. But that is where the familiar story ends. Instead of waiting to be rescued, Cinderella learns that she can save herself and those around her by being true to herself and standing up for what she believes.

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