Wish of the Wicked
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Bloomsbury
Just the Series: Fairy Godmother (Bloomsbury) Vol. 1   

Series and Publisher: Fairy Godmother (Bloomsbury)   

Annotation: New York Times bestselling author Danielle Paige puts a dark YA spin on Cinderella's fairy godmother in this brand new o... more
 
Reviews: 3
Catalog Number: #327018
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Copyright Date: 2022
Edition Date: 2023 Release Date: 11/01/22
Pages: 471 pages
ISBN: 1-681-19686-7
ISBN 13: 978-1-681-19686-2
Dewey: Fic
LCCN: 2022009820
Dimensions: 22 cm
Language: English
Reviews:
Starred Review ALA Booklist (Thu Dec 28 00:00:00 CST 2023)

Starred Review Paige launches a gorgeously crafted new fantasy series inspired by the fairy godmother in "Cinderella." Farrow is part of the Entente, a magical sisterhood that lives isolated from humankind, though three of the group have historically aided the Hinter's queen as the Fates. This arrangement is ended, however, when the new queen orchestrates a deadly attack on the Entente, of which Farrow is the only survivor. When she's relegated to an orphanage, Farrow's past insecurities about her powers w damaged from the attack e replaced by a desire for revenge. When an opportunity arises to work at the palace, Farrow takes it, leading readers on her spirited quest through the Enchanted Forest and into the complex workings of the royal court. Paige upends traditional ideas of the fairy godmother as a benevolent wish-granter through Farrow's desires to buck servitude and be the master of her own magic in order to avenge the Entente. Readers will feel Farrow's pain, anger, and inner emotional battles and desperately hope that she is able to see the light that sparkles beyond her pitch-black feelings. This fresh fairy tale has a compelling bite that will hold readers in its thrall as if by magic.

Kirkus Reviews

When a ruthless queen attempts to banish a mysterious coterie of magic-wielding sisters, the youngest of them develops an intricate plan of revenge in this spin on "Cinderella."Each member of Entente has a distinct magical gift, but Farrow, the youngest member of the collective, has difficulty managing hers. "My magic was late, not absent altogether," something she reminds herself when her insecurities begin to simmer. The Entente is led by Les Soeurs, three sisters also known as the Fates-Past, Present, and Future-who guide the rulers of the Thirteen Queendoms. Entente members live apart from humans and even disguise themselves when visiting the royals they counsel. After the Burning (a public attack directed by Queen Magrit against magic) destroys the Entente, young Farrow, the sole survivor, is left alone in an orphanage. She's serendipitously plucked to accept a lowly position in the palace, where she longs to carry out her revenge. With plans of retribution, Farrow, who has light-brown skin and curly dark hair, finds refuge in the legendary Enchanted Forest, determined to regain her magic. Prolific, bestselling YA novelist Paige presents an original backstory in which Cinderella's fairy godmother becomes the brooding protagonist at the heart of her own story. The writing is lively, even as Farrow ruminates on morality and makes vengeance her purpose.This sprawling, action-packed origin story, layered in mystique, will pull readers into its fascinating world. (Fantasy. 12-17)

Publishers Weekly (Fri Oct 06 00:00:00 CDT 2023)

Centering the sole survivor of a magical coven and using “Cinderella” as a foundation, Paige (the Ravens series) weaves a dark and mysterious telling that delves into the origins of the inspiration material’s fairy godmother. In the land of Hinter, Farrow lives among the Entente, a coven composed largely of female magic users. Led by Les Soeurs—the Fate sisters Past, Present, and Future—the community lives in secret among humans, using their powers to disguise themselves, advise royals, and manipulate the course of the queendom. After Hinter’s callous new ruler, Queen Magrit, bans magic and orders the Entente’s execution, Farrow is the only survivor. When, at 18, Farrow is offered an opportunity to work in the palace, she’s eager to put her years-refined revenge plans into motion. Her scheme is derailed, however, by the shocking truths she uncovers while living among the palace royals. Though Farrow’s tenacious first-person POV often reads as mature for the intended audience, Paige meticulously layers details from the original story amid this striking new series opener to effectively imbue the familiar tale with fresh vitality. Farrow has light brown skin. Ages 13–up. (Nov.)

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Publishers Weekly (Fri Oct 06 00:00:00 CDT 2023)
Reading Level: 5.0
Interest Level: 7-12

New York Times bestselling author Danielle Paige puts a dark YA spin on Cinderella's fairy godmother in this brand new origin story, perfect for fans of These Violent Delights and A Curse So Dark and Deadly. Everyone knows a fairy godmother helped Cinderella get to the ball. But no one knows why. For centuries, Farrow's family-the Entente-have been magical advisors to the Queen. Their wisdom and foresight kept the Thirteen Queendoms in harmony. Until a new queen, Magrit, takes power, outlaws magic, and executes the Entente. Only Farrow survives, with her magic warped beyond repair. She can now use it only to fulfill the feeble wishes of commoners. Since that day, Farrow has dreamed of revenge. The one way to reach the queen is through her son, Prince Mather, who is nearing the age when he must select a bride. When a special ball in his honor is announced, Farrow sees her opportunity. All it will take is a young woman named Cinderella who dreams of true love. With one night, one chance to reclaim her magic and destroy the queen, Farrow will stop at nothing. Set in a lush, dangerous world rooted in our beloved fairy tales, New York Times bestselling author Danielle Paige launches a brand-new Fairy Godmother origin story full of intrigue, magic, and romance.


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