FICTION

The Cherry Pie Princess

by Vivian FRENCH
illus. by Marta Kissi. 176p. Kane Miller. Aug. 2018. pap. $5.99. ISBN 9781610677332.
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Gr 3–5—Fantasy and fairy-tale veteran French teams up with rookie illustrator Kissi in this fun, lighthearted tale of Princess Peony—the brave, outspoken, and youngest of King Thoroughgood's seven daughters. Peony's love of baking and books (and distaste for frilly dresses) causes great frustration for her parents and governess. When she discovers that her despotic father has had the local librarian imprisoned, Peony offers up the first verbal challenge the King seems to have ever faced—and he punishes her for it, putting her in the dungeon. There, with the help of the librarian and a would-be court jester, Peony plans her escape. Kissi's illustrations, angular yet playful, successfully capture the mischievous, contemporary feel of the story.
VERDICT French's blending of familiar fairy-tale tropes with the story of a smart princess results in a romp that will delight readers not quite ready to tackle longer middle grade novels like Ella Enchanted.
Reviewed by Katherine Barr, Cameron Village Regional Library, Raleigh, NC , Apr 01, 2018

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