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"[An] engrossing story...endearing and memorable."
--Boston Herald

"[An] arresting hybrid of mystery, fairy tale, and historical novel."
--Detroit Free Press

"A tale so movingly told that you will say at the end of the first reading, 'It's been a long time... Read Full Overview

Set in Holland during the 17th century, Gregory Maguire's tale follows the life of Iris, sister of Clara, a mysterious and unnaturally beautiful girl. More than a mere fairy story, the novel explores beauty, betrayal, illusion and understanding.

"[An] arresting hybrid of mystery, fairy tale, and historical novel."--Detroit Free Press From Gregory Maguire, the acclaimed author of Wicked, comes his much-anticipated second novel, a brilliant and provocative retelling of the timeless Cinderella tale. We all have heard the... Read Full Overview

"[An] engrossing story...endearing and memorable." --Boston Herald "[An] arresting hybrid of mystery, fairy tale, and historical novel." --Detroit Free Press "A tale so movingly told that you will say at the end of the first reading, 'It's been a long time since I've read a book... Read Full Overview