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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2013 · Est. 6 min read-aloud
No Lie, I Acted Like a Beast!
Written by Nancy Loewen · Illustrated by Cristian Luis Bernardini
Part of the The Other Side of the Story series
Discover the Beast's untold story and his true passion for the stage.
3.9 Goodreads · 448 ratings
24 pages· 774 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· 580L
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Bookroo's summary
In a twist on the classic tale, the Beast reveals his side of the story. Far from a monster, he's a kind-hearted prince yearning for the spotlight. As he recounts his journey, the familiar narrative of 'Beauty and the Beast' is turned upside down. What secrets lie behind his fearsome facade, and how will his love for the stage change everything? Dive into this enchanting retelling and uncover the truth behind the legend.
From the publisher
Inside every beast beats the heart of an actor - or so the Beast would have you believe in “No Lie, I Acted Like a Beast!” This retelling of the classic story “Beauty and the Beast,” told from the Beast’s point of view, paints a picture of a kind-hearted prince who wants nothing more than his turn on the stage. A fun ride that flips what you know of the fairy tale on its ear.
At a glance
- Format
- Library Binding
- Pages
- 24
- Words
- 774
- Reading age
- 4–8
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- 580L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.6
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 155865
Publication
- Published
- January 1, 2013
- Publisher
- Picture Window Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781404879386
- LCCN
- 2012029562
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