I was delighted by a look into Belle's not so happy ever after against the curtain of the French Revolution.
It is not simply a dreamed-up sequel to Beauty and the Beast, but a thoughtful, well-researched, historical fiction infused with Disney magic. Rebel Rose revisits one of the most famous periods of French history, combining it with Disney storytelling in a way never seen before. This empowering fable touches on resonant themes of balancing loyalty, duty, love, and sacrifice while navigating through the murky fog of sinister political intrigue.įairy-tale fans will enjoy the care and depth given to Belle's character and the touches of magic.A promising start to a new series of fairy-tale continuations grounded in historical events. Theriault's writing is perfectly paced and the cast of characters developed with historical realism fans of the movies will be satisfied by this evolution of a favorite Disney princess.The personal and national stakes of this novel root it in history but also within its backstory as a Disney classic.The French Revolution with a Disney twist, Theriault's debut is rich in historical detail while answering the long-asked question, “What happens after happily ever after?” Perfect Books - signed/personalized copies for Canadians Rebel Rose is the first in the Queen’s Council series, an empowering fairy tale reimagining of the Disney Princesses-and the real history behind their stories-like you’ve never seen before. With the fate of her country, her love, and her life at stake, Belle must decide if she is ready to embrace her own strength-and the magic that ties her to so many female rulers before her-to become the queen she is meant to be.
But violent factions of the revolution may already be lurking within her own castle, and doing nothing would endanger everything she holds dear. When she stumbles across a magic mirror that holds a dire warning, Belle wants nothing more than to ignore the mysterious voice calling her to accept a crown she never desired. While Belle grapples with her newfound position, there are those who would do anything to keep her from power. But now she finds herself living in a palace, torn between her past as a commoner, and her future as royalty. Not so very long ago, Belle dreamed of leaving her provincial home for a life of adventure. But in Paris, the fires of change are burning, and it’s only a matter of time before the rebellion arrives on their doorstep. Belle has finally broken the Enchantress’s curse, restoring the Beast to his human form and bringing life back to their castle in the province of Aveyon. It’s 1789 and France is on the brink of revolution. Happily ever after is only the beginning as Belle takes on the responsibility of becoming queen and learns to balance duty, love, and sacrifice, all while navigating dark political intrigue-and a touch of magic.
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