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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Santana Hicks

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Zarina is the youngest princess of the royal family. Since she is beautiful, everyone only sees her as a pretty face. She is spoiled and selfish. With her Royal Advancement Ceremony coming up in 2 weeks, Zarina wants the best dress. Her aunt suggests a dressmaker she knows of in the woods, claiming to be the best. Zarina goes immediately. The mysterious dressmaker takes her measurements and what not, demanding the carriage Zarina arrives in as payment.

When Zarina goes back to get her dress it is nothing like she expected. She wanted a gold dress but got a black one instead. The woman told her it may not be the dress she wants but it’s the dress she needs.

Zarina is then abandoned in the woods in the black dress that will not come off. The dress is magic, reacting to the stories Zarina tells. Zarina travels through the woods trying to find her way back home and along the way meets the locals. They try to help her find her way home. Can she make it home on time? Who is this overseer that the locals keep talking about? Is Zarina more than just a pretty face?

This book is geared towards older children although it’s exciting enough to capture the attention of adults as well. It has an interesting and unique theory too. The author did a wonderful job teaching a lesson within the plot.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Princess Zarina is the youngest daughter of the King and Queen and is doted on, she is beautiful and looks every inch the princess she is, so when it is time for her Royal Advancement and the time she gets to have a celebration dedicated to her new status and chair on the royal dais. However, Princess Zarina is determined to have a dress to remember and is worried that the court dressmaker will not be able to do it in time, so when she hears of another dressmaker who lives in the woods, she is determined to have her dream dress, so she goes to see the dressmaker and makes a deal.

The Princess has a definite idea of the dress she wants in her mind, but struggles to explain it, so when she goes back three days before the gala to celebrate her ascension, she returns to the mystery dressmaker and finds that although the dress is beautiful, it is not what she wanted, it is black! She agrees to try the dress on, however, when she does, she regrets it, especially when she is told that she cannot take it off and is told that it contains magical properties, this is where the deal goes wrong and Princess Zarina is left stranded and having to make her own way back to the castle.

Meanwhile, tragedy has fallen while she has been travelling back home and she finds that raiders have taken over the kingdom and killed her parents, the King and Queen and when she discovers this, she knows that she has to go into hiding. Will Princess Zarina be able to use her magical dress to stay out of danger long enough to defeat the raiders and save her Kingdom, or will defeat dog her tracks? This is a fantasy adventure with for everyone from children to adults who love a bit of sweetness and whimsy, with a sprinkle of adventure and danger throughout.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Angelina Frazzini

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I’ve read by this author. I don’t usually read this genre either but it was a good read. This book is full of adventure and growth.

Princess Zarina isn’t a character many would like at first. Her Royal Advancement Ceremony is approaching and she just has to have a special dress regardless of any danger that may be present. Princess Zarina quickly learns she’s capable of more than she thought and discovers who she truly is. She discovers strengths she didn’t know she had.

There is a lot of character growth throughout this story and my opinion of Princess Zarina changed by the end. If fairy tales are your thing, this book is for you.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Princess Zarina is the youngest member of her royal family. She does not like to take no for an answer and is used to getting her own way. When Princess Zarina wants a special dress for her Royal Advancement Ceremony, she is determined to make sure it is unique and stands out from everyone else’s dress. She finds a mysterious seamstress that has a reputation for making special dresses and makes a deal with her.

Princess Zarina does not get the beautiful dress she asked for and instead gets a black dress that she hates. When the seamstress asks Princess Zarina to try on the dress, she becomes trapped in it. The seamstress gives Princess Zarina a mysterious message about the dress’ magical qualities before she disappears. Princess Zarina is now on her own and it is up to her to find her way back to the castle. Along the way she learns what the magical qualities of the dress are and uses it to try to avoid being captured by the raiders who have taken over the castle and killed the King and Queen.

The storyline of this book was intriguing, and I loved the way the author weaved the story of Princess Zarina and her journey. Through the book Princess Zarina grows and matures through a series of adventures and life lessons. She starts off as being spoiled, self-centered, and strong-willed but learns what is truly important in life. The author did an amazing job of discussing some real-world life lessons while doing it in a fun, easy-to-read book for children of all ages.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Misti Maggio

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was a delightful read, even for someone my age. The book starts a little slow, but once you get into it, you stay hooked. The characters were well written. The world building was great. I look forward to reading more by this author.
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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Daree222

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was such a cute fairy tale, we get to see how Zarina learned to become more than just a pretty face. The journey and the magical dress helped her to know whom to trust so that she could protect what was left of her family. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys new twists on familiar fairy tales. It is full of hope and sadness.

 

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Kasandra Nunez

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Wonderful and fun read that has great lessons for those young readers. Magic, fantasy, action, descriptive, fast paced, and page turning book! Highly recommend!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Jaimie Salmon-Colburn

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Princess Zarina is one of Thirteen children. She is by far the most selfish and strong willed of those thirteen too. As Zarina’s Royal Advancement Ceremony approaches she’s super excited and wants a special dress for her big day. As the ceremony approaches, so does some danger to the kingdom so everyone is warned about going outside of the castle especially without escorts’. But nothing will stop the Princess from getting her special dress made by the one of a kind dressmaker, according to courtyard gossip, who lives out past the forest and who’s gifted hands use magic like fabric in her master pieces. Wanting to waste no time they leave straight away and the princess strikes a deal with the dressmaker. Mydori will make a special dress in the color of her own choosing that will be unforgettable. In a rush the princess won’t take the time to size the dress or take any instruction from the dressmaker. Rushing the dress maker to have the dress ready as soon as possible she leaves in rush with plans to pay the dressmaker with cheaper things than agreed. Rushing home she is caught by her older brother and scolded for going out when raiders are afoot. Not being detoured she leaves again to the cottage past the woods to collect her dress and try to swindle the dressmaker. Mydori puts the dress on the princess and then takes her payment and leaves the Princess on the road alone. Now the princess is stuck miles from the castle, alone, in a dress that is to tight, a color she doesn’t like at all, and to top it off she’s unable to take the dress off!! Traveling back home is going to be long journey. Will she get caught by raiders? Will she get the blasted dress off? Will she learn her lesson? What about the magic of the dress? And what will she do about her dress for the ceremony?? She doesn’t have time to have someone else make her one now!! Plus the sticks said someone would perish?!! What a mess for a dress! This book was super cute! I got it for my almost 11 year old, but I think that my 8 year old would enjoy it as well. It teaches kids a few lessons but it’s also entertaining so it keeps their interest. I’d love to see this turned into a small short film for children!! Can’t wait to read more from this author!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Amanda Gonzalez

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my kind of fairy tale. The main character, the princess, is not immediately likable, which is a surprisingly welcomed change from my usual reads. Princess Zanira is, in a word, spoiled, but she doesn’t remain as such as the story progresses and it’s clear that she’s more than the face she shows the world. From the beginning, fantastical elements are woven in such a way that it’s sure to captivate the readers. I could easily imagine the story as I read it and, though I’m not in the age range of the usual audience, it was still a great book!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Vanessa Watts

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

At the start of this book I wasn’t exactly sure how I felt about it. It was a little confusing in the beginning and moved rather slowly at first. However, once you get past that it took on a much more pleasant pace that kept me reading on for more.

We start meeting Princess Zarina who at the beginning I really did not like her at all. Yet, this is her journey into finding herself and discovering strengths she never knew existed. It is about falling flat on her face and coming to realize she doesn’t exactly like the person she is. Knowing she must change to save her people and her kingdom we find heart in her that her kingdom needs. There are so many twists and turns in this book that at times it feels like you might be lost in a maze but definitely keep reading because when the proverbial shoe drops everyone’s eyes open and you begin to understand the path Zarina was set upon. The only thing we need to know is can she save her kingdom or are they doomed to the same fate as her Aunt’s kingdom was? What happens when those closest to you aren’t what they seem?

This almost seems like a coming of age book, a book about growing into the person you are meant to become through the trials and tribulations that life throws at you. It was refreshing to see a book with this much growth in the main character. If you like fairy tales with a lot more growth and heart in them then this book is definitely for you. Definitely a great beach read, something that will keep you coming back just to find out more.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Ayla Phipps

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read by K.L. Small, and I was very surprised. While the synopsis seemed interesting, I wasn’t sure if I would truly enjoy a juvenile rated book, I thought quickly vanished. Zarina, the youngest and most beautiful of the parents 13 children she is also the most selfish and lets it be known that she doesn’t care.
In two weeks, Zarina will officially have her Royal Advancement Ceremony and get her own chair in the grand room with her family. With recent reports of raiders attacking outlying homes and taking everything of value including food and clothing, the King decides to have a summit. Zarina’s birthday will be the biggest birthday event thus far, including a gala. Finally, she will be allowed to wear a true ball gown and not a little girls dress, only it must be “A Dress to Remember”. Having been told of a seamstress that has “magical” like abilities with what she can create with fabric Zarina ignores all her father’s warnings to get a one-of-a-kind dress. Like with all deals the hidden meanings in the riddles are what set Zarina on a great adventure to return to the castle. Quickly she learns that the subjects of her kingdom, whom she disliked looking at because they always looked so unhappy, start to inform her of how her father and the overseer treat them. She is informed by multiple people on her journey of them taking everything, beatings just because they looked like they might break a rule and told of being thrown in the castle’s dungeons. Venny, one of the men in the village as the scars to prove his claims, only Zarina can’t shake the feeling that she knows him, the slat of his nose the shape of his eyes, she once knew someone with those exact features, but the memory is fuzzy. Finally reaching the castle her heart quickly drops as something is wrong, the guards don’t bare her families royal seal, the banners on the turrets are missing, and the courtyard is filled with raiders.
Can Zarina go from a spoiled selfish girl to someone worthy of the peoples love and respect? What happened to her family? Will she be able to rescue Venny and save the village from the Overseer? The magic in her dress is limited, what will happen when the magic is gone, and her fate is determined? The world the author creates is truly like a fairy tale and yet feels realistic. I can envision the events playing out like a movie in my head and my heart racing that Zarina will succeed. I found myself glued to the pages having to know how it ends. Beautiful quick read with magic, personal growth, villains, and more trapped within its pages.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Jules Herbert

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I am well past the intended age group of readers for this wonderful book but I truly enjoyed it and can see many others enjoying it too! Zarina is a true spoilt brat at the beginning but she grows and changes over the course of the story and I think it is something that will draw young readers in and is fantastic for them to experience while captivated by this great storyline. This author is definitely going places and i for one will be keeping a watch on her future books.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Tammy Wood

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

I thought this was a very well written YA fantasy.

The premise of the story, is a spoiled princess wants a one of a kind dress for her coming out party. The kingdom is facing some hard times, but she is oblivious. She quickly realizes the gravity of what is going on, and does what she can to help her kingdom.

A coming of age story in a fantasy backdrop. Loved it!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Jerricka Brown

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book by this author. I was hooked from the beginning. All the aspects the author used in this book worked wonderfully together. The characters were so likable and entertaining. I always enjoy a good fairy tale and this is one.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Mary Espinoza

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What is there not to like about a book that has the Disney Fairytale feel to it?! This book was a fantastic fantasy read that I feel young readers would really enjoy! I mean come on there’s fairies, magic, adventure, evil villains, witches, and castles it has everything that the world of fantasy needs. The novel is being told from Zarina’s point of view; she is also the main character. Zarina is a spoiled princess, (like the evil sisters from Cinderella spoiled) with quite a bit of older siblings. And as tradition would have it, she is about to have very her own Royal Advancement. And being the spoiled princess that she is, she has to have the best, most extravagant dress that the kingdom has ever seen, and even though there are plenty of troubles brewing in the kingdom, the only important thing to the Princess is having this amazing gown for her big day! Deals were made, but like always, anytime you make a deal… it doesn’t come out the way you thought it would. Now, Zarina has to make a choice on whether or not she is going to come to the rescue of her family’s kingdom. Does Zarina stay the spoiled princess or does she grow up and fight for her kingdom? The only way to find out is to pick up the book and get lost in the world of Zarina and her kingdom.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Beverly Finnie

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Dress to Remember is a different take on a fairytale. A darker take that was written beautifully. Not all fairytales are sunshine and roses, however most there’s a lesson to be learned from the story being told. When I started it I wasn’t too sure what I was reading, but it didn’t take long to follow the story the authwas trying to tell.
Princess Zarina is spoiled, selfish, naive and the youngest of 13. And despite all that she’s the center of attention, even more so because her Advancement Ceremony is rapidly approaching. Ignoring the warnings of things not being safe due to the raiders, she sets out for the perfect dress. Well she gets that perfect dress and it changes her life. It starts by upending it, and the adventure she embarks on to get back to her home and family is a humbling one. She learns so much about the people she once ignored, but not without difficulty. She also has the help of “the dress.” Magic has been imbued in it to get her to where she’s meant to be in life.
Does she make it back home?
What happens with the raiders?
If you enjoy darker fairy tales it’s something you should definitely check out! You want beautiful character growth this book gives you exactly that. You want an intriguing story, it gives you that as well! Check it out.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A dress to remember by K.L. Small is a story full of magic and love. The magical experience of it being a children’s story made it all that more enjoyable.

Strong-willed For her birthday in two weeks, Princess Zarina desires a unique outfit for the Royal Promotion Ceremony. She bargains with an enigmatic dressmaker for a ball gown that will be remembered by all. For her, the dressmaker fashioned a stunning black gown. Zarina had not anticipated this clothing, though. Even more so when fire fairies twirl over the skirt.

Zarina becomes stuck within the enchanted dress after the arrangement with the dressmaker goes awry. She is on her own to make it back to the castle. But, attackers overrun the country and slay the King and Queen. Zarina the Princess must avoid being taken.

Every page was exciting and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen. It is a very unique story with even more one of kind characters. The story really transports you into their world. I couldn’t put the book down.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Lisa Helmick

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a cute story that easily kept my interest. There is a lot of action and suspense. I really wanted to know what could possibly happen next. At first I really disliked the main character, Zarina. She annoyed me with her spoiled bratty selfishness. As the story moved along and she started making changes 8 actually became invested in her, her dress and her story.

Overall this is a delightful fantasy story. I would recommend for a younger audience (tween). This is a first time author for me. The story has nice flow and easily engages the reader.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Nicole Thompson

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The captivating world of Princess Zarina comes alive in this enchanting tale of a magical kingdom, in A Dress To Remember by K.L. Small, featuring kings, queens, knights, carriages, and horses. Known for her beauty and selfishness, Zarina is the thirteenth child of the King and Queen, and her request for the finest dress in the kingdom sends her and her aunt to the mysterious dressmaker deep in the forest. As it turns out, the cloth is cursed with dark magic. On the return trip to the castle, Zarina meets locals who resent the King and Overseer for their oppressive policies, but before she can help, the royal family is killed. This riveting story follows the young princess as she endeavors to save her kingdom with the help of the enchanted dress. Readers won’t be able to put down this entrancing read, sure to be the first of many from this talented author.

A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Amanda Haller-Doris

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This story gave me such Disney’s Brave vibes with the beginning of the story! I loved that Princess Zarina broke the rules about leaving the castle to see a witch to make her a gorgeous dress, so she would stand out at her Royal Advancement Ceremony. When she arrives and the dress isn’t what she wants, the witch leaves anyways and then her hut disappears as well, leaving the princess with a dress she doesn’t want, and cryptic words about how her fate will be revealed. Princess Zarina starts out as a spoilt princess, obsessed with her looks, but as the tale progresses, we see her grow into the type of heroine that is admirable. As the story progresses, you really see her learning how to use her new dress and discovering a world outside of her palace walls. The story is an action packed adventure with twists and turns, along with well written heroes and villains. This is an excellent book with a positive message that both young adults and older adults will enjoy. I can’t wait to see what new stories and adventure this author comes up with.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Kelli Harper

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

WOW what an amazing book. Princess Zarina, the youngest of 13 children is about to have a birthday and it is the year of her Royal Advancement. She wants an amazingly beautiful dress unlike any other that has been seen in the kingdom. Her aunt takes her to a dressmaker outside of the castle that she has heard about and Princess Zarina instructs the woman as to what it is she wants. There are conditions of course, but Princess Zarina agrees to the conditions.

This book is full of adventures, loss, war, being chased and rescues. You can watch Princess Zarina learn and grow and mature through out this book. It is a very good book about responsibility and growing up and taking responsibility for your actions.

I really enjoyed this story and will be buying it in print to share with my daughter.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Audrie Harrington

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a fun, historical, fantasy read! The setting is a kingdom with castles, kings, queens, carriages and horses, knights and more. The main character is Princess Zarina, the 13th born child of the King and Queen. She is known to be selfish but beautiful, and shows her selfishness when she decides she needs the best dress in the kingdom for her party. Zarina and her aunt go to see a dressmaker in the middle of the forest. The dressmaker is strange and Zarina feels that she put thoughts in her mind about the choice of cloth. She makes the deal with the dressmaker and it turns out to be a black magical dress. Zarina is left on her own and has to make it back to the castle, a day’s carriage ride away. She meets some of the locals who do not like the King or the Overseer who take and take from them, but don’t take care of the locals. She finds out the King and Queen have been killed and sets out to figure out a way to save her kingdom. Princess Zarina and all the other characters are so likable and I loved the magical dress! It was a fund read and I am already looking to see what else the author has written.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Heather Bass

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book I have read from this author and it was very good. I like a good fairytale but this story exceeded all my expectations. When I got this book I started to read it right away. I fell in love with the princess right away. I could not put this book down until the end. I’m going to have my teen daughter read it next.

Princess Zarina is so excited about her Royal advancement ceremony that she is wanting the perfect dress. She finds a seamstress that tells her she is going to make the perfect dress for her. When the princess picks up the dress it is not all when she was expecting. Zarina was upset that her dress was black and she was very upset. She is shocked when the dress doesn’t come off of her. When she gets back home she discovers that the king and queen are killed. Zarina now has to fight the invaders or her kingdom will be destroyed. Will Zarina save her kingdom or is she not ready?

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Jennifer Crain

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A retelling of Cinderella that is intriguing with a surprise ending! The author, K.L. Small, does a fantastic job of deviating from the original fairy tale to captivate your interest, while still keeping enough elements of the original fairy tale (magic, bravery, saving people you love) to keep it fresh.

The best part of the book, in my opinion, is the characterization of the main characters. I grew to really like the growth the Cinderella character, Princess Zarina, exhibits as the story unfolds. She is not a stagnant character by any means!

Another aspect of the book I thoroughly enjoyed are the believable twists and turns to get the story from point A to point B. Nothing seemed “forced,” and a truly magical read.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Anantha Rusum

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Princess Zarina wants a dress to remember for her Royal Advancement Ceremony. She works with a special dressmaker to get a magical dress. The dress is magical indeed, but not the way she wants. Princess Zarina thinks a lot about herself and does not care much for people around her. When the kingdom is attacked, she must spring to action and save herself and the kingdom. Can she make some choices for others for a change? Will the magical dress help her?
The story is delightful and as it progresses, the complex character of the main protagonist emerges. Many middle school students can relate to this character.
I really enjoyed reading this book.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Nakyshia Leger

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My middle schooler and I read this together and enjoyed every page! Princess Zarina must have the perfect dress for her upcoming Royal Advancement ceremony. When she works with a special dressmaker, she soon realizes things are not what they seem! Though her dress is magical, it is nothing like what she wanted. When her land is attacked, it is up to her to take action! Will this spoiled princess be able to save herself and her kingdom? Will the magical dress help her or hurt her?

Princess Zarina’s journey is mystical, magical, and relatable. Her character is complex, and she grows as the story progresses. The story is fast-paced, full of action, adventure, and emotion. My daughter found ways to relate to the character, which really brought the story to life. I am so glad we were able to share this book together!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Darian Vester

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved the story! I read it as an e-book and now I want a paperback copy so I can save it on the bookshelf for my daughter to read. I feel this is a very good book for middle schoolers starting to get into reading or venturing into the fantasy genre. There’s adventure, betrayal, and magic.
My only complaints are Auntie and the other stories. I wish the other stories were longer but considering this book is targeted for a younger crowed they make sense.
I was annoyed by Auntie because I was feeling more a childlike personality than someone who was forgetful on things.
I really loved Zarina’s character growth. She’s so spoiled and doesn’t try to hide it. I’m glad interacting with people throughout the town has helped her change her ways.
This book also has illustrations. I loved the map and thought the pictures of Zarina were perfect.

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Felicia Bates

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

There is so much I enjoyed about this book! From the rich, imaginative storytelling and the gorgeous illustrations sprinkled throughout all the way to the family history notes this book was a pleasure to read. Written for younger readers but just as enjoyable as an adult, this book really kept my interest from start to finish. Zarina was painfully whiny at the start of the story as the youngest of many, and especially royalty is expected to be, I suppose. I was genuinely surprised when I found myself really connecting with the narration as the story progressed. I’m not one to often let my imagination run wild or seek out a fairytale type story but I’m really glad I gave this a chance.

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A Dress to Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Monique Espitia

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I loved following Princess Zarina and her growth from a entitled princess to realizing that there are other important matters in life than herself. Zarina’s story has the perfect blend of adventure, conflict, mystery, and personal improvement. I originally intended to read this with my daughter, however, I finished it much too quickly. Now I look forward to letting her read it and tag along with Zarina’s adventure!

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

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A Dress To Remember: A Fairy TaleA Dress To Remember: A Fairy Tale by K.L. Small
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

4 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Fun, fast paced fantasy story filled with drama and magic. I really enjoyed this story and I am really hoping for more in the future :).

Princess Zarina wants the most beautiful dress for her upcoming Royal Advancement Ceremony and be the center of attention, spoiled and all. When Zarina’s aunt suggests a dressmaker in the forest to make her own unique dress, Zarina jumps at the chance to meet this mysterious dressmaker. When Zarina picks up her dress at first she was stunned and unhappy. This dress that was made especially for her is unique and magical. Once this dress is put on by Zarina, this leads to so many events that she ends up learning not be the spoiled princess she is entitled to but fighting for her kingdom, especially after the deaths of her parents, the King and Queen.

The magical dress has some instructions on the magic and its use, will Zarina use this to her advantage and help take back her kingdom that belongs to her family, when it boils down to someone close to her family is a traitor?

Wonderful story and recommended to young and old! Enjoyable!

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