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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

"[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

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] 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