The Princess Away Beyond the Mountains

A princess in a dragon's castle refuses rescue. What now?

4.1/5 Goodreads · 28 ratings

40 pages

$17.99Save 6%

In stock. Also at Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

In a twist on the classic tale, a princess locked in a dragon's castle defies expectations by refusing rescue. Knights arrive, eager for glory, but she sends them away, relishing her newfound freedom and adventure. As the king offers rewards for her return, will any knight dare to join her instead of saving her? This story challenges traditional roles and invites readers to question what it truly means to be free.

From the publisher

The princess is locked in the Dragon’s castle. Brave knights cross mountains to save her but what happens when the princess doesn’t want to be saved? When the king decides to reward anyone who can rescue his daughter from the clutches of the dragon, brave knights come from far and wide to try their luck. But when they get there, the princess says she doesn’t want to be saved and, in no uncertain terms, sends them packing! She’s finally having fun and is ready for adventure! Will any of the knights want to join her? Winner of the 9th edition of the International Narrating Equality Award, which promotes stories that counter gender stereotypes.

At a glance