Entwined was an incredible read! I was originally caught by the cover because it was so pretty! I was expecting a short, sweet and to the point retelling of the classic Cinderella tale, but what I got was much better! This was a steamy and spicy read, enthralling, fast paced, and ends on a cliff hanger. I absolutely can not wait for the next installment to this! I was gripped from the beginning, my jaw dropped, I was in suspense throughout the whole thing. If you think the step mother is evil in the classic story you have no idea until you read this! I highly recommend this read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rachel Mosshttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRachel Moss2021-09-24 22:05:182021-09-25 07:23:43Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Rachel Moss
This is the first time I have read this author. Admittedly, I am a sucker for retelling of a fairy tale. I love to see how other authors interpret what the story could have looked like with other characters in different realms.
I did not read the description very close and was therefore a little surprised to find out that the prince has a husband. I know, shame on me for not reading it closely, but I was already drawn into the plot of the story and felt invested. I do tend to skim the explicit scenes, just because that is not what I read books for. However, I loved the tension that Ashling and the prince had. I also found it refreshing that she wasn’t swept up out of her dire circumstances, but chose to stand up for herself and take action!
All in all, a quick read that was enjoyable. Looking forward to seeing how the author continues the storyline.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Desiree Ottingerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngDesiree Ottinger2021-09-24 16:48:592021-09-25 07:05:20Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Desiree Ottinger
Entwined: A Cinderella Retelling by A.L. Morrow is the first book in the Stone and Cinder series. I loved that this felt like a completely unique retelling so such a classic story that it came across as a story in its own right. It felt new and such a great read. It is quite a short story, which is a shame because it is so good. But the author has really created a lasting story that really grabbed my attention. I enjoyed all the characters, each of them so well written. This is a brilliant book and I am excited to see what comes next in book 2!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2021-09-23 13:07:502021-09-24 08:27:04Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Kerry Baker
What did I just read? Honestly, I picked this short retelling of Cinderella up solely based upon how lovely the cover looked. I know, I know, don’t judge a book by it’s cover, but my goodness, this time it really worked out to my favor. My daughter and I had just watched the new Cinderella movie on Amazon Prime, and I was intrigued to discover yet another rendition, and couldn’t dismiss the urge to indulge in another fantasy.
I am very impressed by how well A.L. Morrow captivates their readers by drawing them in with similarities to the original story, and then expanding it into a whole new world and version of this folk tale. I loved how inclusive this was, no matter how unexpected. I especially enjoyed how Ashling turns out to be that strong, independent and courageous woman we have all come to know and love. I am very intrigued and excited to read the next installment in the Stone and Cinder series, as this short retelling leaves us wanting more, and more, and, well, babies are cute! Will certainly be not so patiently waiting for Ensnared: A Beauty and the Beast Retelling, especially given that Beauty and the Beast has been my all-time favorite forever! Well done, A.L. Morrow, the excitement is real.
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I really enjoyed this take on a classic tale. It is beautifully written and changed to make the story more modern. The Cinderella in this tale isn’t rushing to meet the Prince. The Prince is happily married to another man. It is a beautiful mix of a classical fairy tale and a sci-fi twist with the nightmare creatures trying to take over. It is definately a great remake of a classic.
Ashling has the Cinderella life style. Her parents have passed away and she is left at the mercy of her step mother and step sisters, forced to become a slave in her own home. But that all changes when she spots things changing in their world. Their world which is protected from the outside by a dome. When things start entering her world from the outside she realises she needs to get help and she heads to the Palace.
Prince Callum has met and married the love of his life in Teague. The problem is the safety of his kingdom and the keeping of the protection of the dome relys on the blood of his heir. So now Callum needs to find someone who he can care for to become the mother of his child and to save the kingdom.
In true Cinderella fashion when the clock strikes midnight things start to change and this leads Prince Callum on a hunt for Ashling. Will he find her? Will she agree to mother his child? And what of the relationship between Prince Callum and Teague can it survive the addition of another person? And the main thing. Can they stop the nightmare creatures from taking over their peaceful little world?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2021-09-22 12:50:122021-09-23 08:21:25Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L.Morrow – Review by Kerry Carr
All I knew going into this was that it was a fantasy romance based on the story of Cinderella that included monsters but boy was I surprised at what this story really held within its pages. This was a quick, fast paced story that I devoured really quickly! I’d definitely recommend it to an older crowd, as the first page or so of the book itself recommends, due to the sexual scenes being super spicy. The book is loosely based on Cinderella holding to her father passing away and leaving her with a horrid step mother and cruel step sisters, but also the going to the ball, and leaving a slipper behind after she flees into the night. There are added fantasy elements with the protective dome and monsters that I thought added a great new twist to the story. The characters and their relationships were developed well and modernized, original, and definitely not something you would find in your old school Cinderella story. This is a brand new refreshing take on a classic fairytale. There is no cliffhanger per say but it absolutely leaves you wanting to read more and will leave you looking forward to book two’s release. My only issue with this book honestly was the names! Callum and Ashling I didn’t have trouble with which was good due to the fact they are some of the main characters but Teague and Fionnuala and Bronagh ? I had trouble with those and every time I got to one of them it would pull me out of the story and I would have read a few paragraphs before I would be pulled back into only to stumble on one of them again. I ended up just calling Fionnuala “The Queen” for the whole book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Micalahhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMicalah2021-09-22 12:08:442021-09-23 08:20:58Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A. L. Morrow- Review by Micalah Weatherholtz
Entwined by A.L. Morrow is a Cinderella retelling and the first book in the Stone and Cinder series. It is a fairy tale with a major twist. It is a MMF tale that is scandalous and sexy and a bit fabulous and it is definitely original and different. We have magic and myths, Prince Charming, his hubby and as AL puts it a killer pair of shoes. It is a menage a trios fantasy romance tale where things go bump in the night and turn in to more than just pumpkins at midnight.
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This is the first book in the Stone and Cinder series, and I got so involved!! Warning: it ends on a cliffhanger. Ashling Glasby has the evil stepmother and two horrible stepsisters. She does all the housework, cooking, and taking care of the animals. But Ashling is not one to be held back. When she realizes the nightmare creatures have broken through the barrier, she rushes to the castle. Prince Callum is having a ball, he needs an heir. He has told his husband that they will both agree on the woman chosen. Ashling is a strong woman who has had enough of being pushed around. She has had enough of her stepmother, but can she make it on her own? The Prince is looking for Ashling, will he be able to find her? I will be waiting anxiously for the next book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Angela Packardhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAngela Packard2021-09-21 22:03:522021-09-22 08:34:02Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Angela Packard
This is such an unexpected pleasant surprise. A brilliant piece of original writing that brings you into a world all of its own. Even though this has the basis of a classic fairytale, the author takes it to a whole new level. The depth of the character development just enriched the story and had me craving more. And the cover! How gorgeous is it? Highly recommend this book and I can’t wait to get my hands on book 2.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Rayne Easthttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngRayne East2021-09-21 07:32:332021-09-21 08:50:40Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Rayne East
This amazing author did more than just a wonderful retelling of one of my personal favorite fairy tales. I found they made it even better! There was so much I loved about it in different ways, from things outside the castle, till more history of the Prince. It was beautifully written!
There was so much additions to this re telling and as I said, it made it even more wonderful! I loved how each character seemed to have their own story and how they contributed to another’s character story through out was more than fascinating! The character development and as well as learning and getting into each characters mind was a great take on it, and I really enjoyed that!
For me the biggest enjoyment was the creatures though. At the stroke of midnight all could be lost in more than one way, but could those who you hold dear pay the ultimate price? The creatures that stalked outside the castle gates made this a suspenseful take, and I was literally hooked as I read through this, and I need to read the next installment in this series as of well yesterday! I enjoyed it that much!
Again wonderfully written. It as well included many wonderful aspects to the characters and even the story line. To some may say the creatures brought the darkness to the land, perhaps it will truly be the characters that do so as the series goes on? I loved it truly. I am a big fairy tale fanatic so I took great happiness in reading this book. I defiantly am recommending reading this! It surely does not disappoint!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2021-09-21 06:28:422021-09-21 08:45:53Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Lorrene Huisman
This is a short romance fairytale that I enjoyed from beginning to end. This is not my first book by this author but it is one of my favorites by them yet. This is a well written story that has characters that not only bring the story to life but also keep me turning pages to the end. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the start as well as kept engaged. I enjoyed watching the growth of the plot throughout the story. This is a story that took me on an adventure of grewlling creatures, fancy balls and what happens at midnight could change things for everyone. I really enjoyed this story and the author’s use of details to give the story the pop of romance and fairytales. This is a great story that is worth the pick up. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2021-09-20 17:31:502021-09-21 08:28:57Entwined (Stone and Cinder Book 1) by A.L. Morrow – Review by Bobbi Wagner
Growing up, Ashling Glasby’s father cautioned her about the dark creatures—actual nightmares brought to life—dwelling beyond the barrier arc. Her father taught her to fear, fight, and guard against them. And when he wandered into the Winter Woods, driven mad by those beasts outside, he left her with a bitter stepmother and one final warning: the monsters would attack one day.
That day comes the night of Prince Callum’s ball. In need of an heir by blood, he and his husband are searching for a woman to join their relationship. He finds hope in Ashling, the skittish young lady who shows up with a secret and seems to know far more about the nightmarish creatures threatening his kingdom than he ever thought possible.
Intrigued, Callum asks Ashling to dance, but when midnight strikes, will the beasts that brought them together tear them apart?
Bridgerton meets Stranger Things in this 40,000-word Cinderella retelling featuring dream magic, high stakes, princes in love, and—of course—a troublesome pair of glass-like slippers. It is intended for readers ages 18+.
A.L. Morrow is the (naughtier) alter ego of a USA Today bestselling young adult author. When she isn’t writing clean(ish) YA tales, “A” enjoys dreaming up steamy scenes set in spectacular places–often along with a touch of magic or myth. She believes that love is love and likes reading and writing various genres of romance, especially stories involving MM and MMF relationships.
In her downtime (what’s that?), A finds delight in scouring for secondhand designer fashions. She briefly lived in a haunted mansion, once took a flight to visit Scotland for a day, and is prone to meeting minor celebrities in random hotel elevators. She resides in the eastern US.
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