Alexandra is a princess in the Kingdom. Her father rules well and her mother keeps the Old Ways, maintaining the health of the people and the land; Alexandra's brothers are just as talented in their own ways, destined to keep the Kingdom on its path. But everything changes when Alexandra's mother dies in a mysterious attack and the king brings home a new wife. When Alexandra is banished and her brothers disappear, she must learn to look within and find a way to use her own gifts and save everyone - including herself.
This is a really great retelling of The Wild Swans. It's told from Alexandra's point of view and the characters are so well developed that it adds an extra depth to the story. The progression of the plot actually seemed a little random at times, but I didn't think that it detracted from the story overall. I would definitely recommend this book to fans of re-tellings or fantasy readers who like strong female characters.
- If this book sounds interesting, consider these: The Two Princesses of Bamarre, Spirit Fox, or The Goose Girl
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