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The Enchanted Rose Trilogy #1
Cursed: A Merged Fairy Tale of Beauty and the Beast & Sleeping Beauty
From #1 Bestselling author R.M. ArceJaeger comes an incredible new story.
Book 1 of the Enchanted Rose Trilogy:
The birth of the kingdom's heir should have been a cause for celebration, but greed and revenge bring about a powerful curse, one that leaves Nathar's royal family grieving over the death of their daughter and another family struggling to cope with their son's transformation into a horrible beast. Yet there is more to this curse than anyone suspects . . .
* Illustrations included at the start of every chapter! *
This is a short novel designed to be accessible by readers ranging from middle-grade to adult.
Book 1 of the Enchanted Rose Trilogy:
The birth of the kingdom's heir should have been a cause for celebration, but greed and revenge bring about a powerful curse, one that leaves Nathar's royal family grieving over the death of their daughter and another family struggling to cope with their son's transformation into a horrible beast. Yet there is more to this curse than anyone suspects . . .
* Illustrations included at the start of every chapter! *
This is a short novel designed to be accessible by readers ranging from middle-grade to adult.
- GenresFantasy
145 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 1, 2015
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About the author
R.M. ArceJaeger
11 books51 followersR.M. ArceJaeger is a multi-genre author whose specialties include:
Fantasy, Historical Fiction, and Non-Fiction works.
Her particular passion is making readers rethink classic tales in new and exciting ways.
Fantasy, Historical Fiction, and Non-Fiction works.
Her particular passion is making readers rethink classic tales in new and exciting ways.
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May 23, 2016
I read the Robin Hood re-telling from this author and really liked it so I decided to give this one a try. Sadly, it was disappointing. I finally declared it a DNF around the 60% point. The story was just all over the place. In the beginning there are a ton of characters thrown at you in a short period of time. It was just too much. I also continually felt as if I were missing something throughout this read. While I wasn’t a fan of this particular read, I will still give this writer another shot. I also appreciate this being offered as a kindleunlimited.
September 7, 2015
If you love fairy tales retold in interesting and creative ways, then Cursed, book 1 in the Enchanted Rose Trilogy is definitley worth checking out. R. M. ArceJaeger has taken not one, but two fairy tale classics and merged and twisted them into an entertaining story. Especially suited for YA readers, Cursed is just the opening act of a sometimes dark adventure.
Two kingdoms come together to celebrate the birth of a princess and heir. But as the fairies gather to bestow their gifts, another manipulates the ceremony for her own motives. Soon families that were rejoicing over new beginnings and alliances, are mourning broken dreams and promises. Three children, Princess Aurea, Prince Ari and fairy child Liliath, are bound together in a struggle to break free.
Fans of Sleeping Beauty and Beauty And The Beast will recognize many familiar elements in Cursed. But ArceJaeger adds her own touch with a back story of The Arrival — the advent of fairies into the land. The fairies, ghastlies, and mythical creatures escape the destruction of their island, but find the welcome among humans has a few conditions. Magic has lost some of its potency, but there is still enough to cause blessings and curses. The fairy lore ArceJaeger creates is shared at the beginning of each chapter by experts on the subject, many with tongue-in-cheek names and credentials. She interjects humor into what sometimes is a very dark tale. There is definitely evil in this fantasy world and not just among the ghastlies. Pride, greed, and jealousy are rampant among the Kings who rule in the lands. And Cursed is just the beginning of the story. Part one of the trilogy focuses on Crown Prince Ari of Gurion who is caught up in the revenge of a ghastly. Transformed into a beast after trying to save the life of baby Princess Aurea, he must learn to live a life of exile at a very young age. A great foundation is laid, but there is much more to come. Thankfully all three books in the trilogy are available (and are FREE for those with Kindle Unlimited).
Great for those who love fairy tales and fantasy worlds, Cursed is a recommended read.
Recommended.
Audience: middle school to adults.
(Thanks to the author for a review copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
Two kingdoms come together to celebrate the birth of a princess and heir. But as the fairies gather to bestow their gifts, another manipulates the ceremony for her own motives. Soon families that were rejoicing over new beginnings and alliances, are mourning broken dreams and promises. Three children, Princess Aurea, Prince Ari and fairy child Liliath, are bound together in a struggle to break free.
Fans of Sleeping Beauty and Beauty And The Beast will recognize many familiar elements in Cursed. But ArceJaeger adds her own touch with a back story of The Arrival — the advent of fairies into the land. The fairies, ghastlies, and mythical creatures escape the destruction of their island, but find the welcome among humans has a few conditions. Magic has lost some of its potency, but there is still enough to cause blessings and curses. The fairy lore ArceJaeger creates is shared at the beginning of each chapter by experts on the subject, many with tongue-in-cheek names and credentials. She interjects humor into what sometimes is a very dark tale. There is definitely evil in this fantasy world and not just among the ghastlies. Pride, greed, and jealousy are rampant among the Kings who rule in the lands. And Cursed is just the beginning of the story. Part one of the trilogy focuses on Crown Prince Ari of Gurion who is caught up in the revenge of a ghastly. Transformed into a beast after trying to save the life of baby Princess Aurea, he must learn to live a life of exile at a very young age. A great foundation is laid, but there is much more to come. Thankfully all three books in the trilogy are available (and are FREE for those with Kindle Unlimited).
Great for those who love fairy tales and fantasy worlds, Cursed is a recommended read.
Recommended.
Audience: middle school to adults.
(Thanks to the author for a review copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
October 25, 2017
A delightful fantasy re-telling of Beauty and The Beast and Sleeping Beauty, artfully merged into one captivating story spread across three books. The pages come to life as you read them; the characters becoming so real that every emotion and facet of their personality is vivid and entrancing (except for the ghastly -- her character was vivid but not enthralling, my stomach turned more than once with the well-written descriptions of her person). Ms. ArceJaeger weaves an element of reality into her tale that gives it an edge above most other re-telllings. I can truly say that I enjoyed the journey her stories took me on and I hope to read more of her books as they become available.
I started this book out of the many on my to-read list because it was a short book that claimed to be 'accessible for busy readers'. I thought "Hey, I am a busy reader. I will start this short book so it's not such a commitment". After having completed the entire trilogy in a total of about five days (the only reason it was not quicker was because I had to go to class and sleep), I now realise that I completely misunderstood the words. They do not mean that you can slot a few pages in between the work you have to do. Oh, no. By saying that it was accessible for busy readers, it meant that while the book had you enthralled by the fantastic adventure concealed within its pages, you wouldn't miss too much work, while you were hopelessly unable to put it down.
This trilogy of novellas truly is a worthwhile read but I recommend having all three on hand before you begin, lest you be left on the cliffhangers at the end of each instalment, unable to function in normal life until you find out what is happening with Ari and Rose and all the other characters so beautifully portrayed in these books.
Oh, it is a happily ever after story, of course. I hate to read any other type of ending.
I started this book out of the many on my to-read list because it was a short book that claimed to be 'accessible for busy readers'. I thought "Hey, I am a busy reader. I will start this short book so it's not such a commitment". After having completed the entire trilogy in a total of about five days (the only reason it was not quicker was because I had to go to class and sleep), I now realise that I completely misunderstood the words. They do not mean that you can slot a few pages in between the work you have to do. Oh, no. By saying that it was accessible for busy readers, it meant that while the book had you enthralled by the fantastic adventure concealed within its pages, you wouldn't miss too much work, while you were hopelessly unable to put it down.
This trilogy of novellas truly is a worthwhile read but I recommend having all three on hand before you begin, lest you be left on the cliffhangers at the end of each instalment, unable to function in normal life until you find out what is happening with Ari and Rose and all the other characters so beautifully portrayed in these books.
Oh, it is a happily ever after story, of course. I hate to read any other type of ending.
August 5, 2015
Entertaining But Leaves You Hanging
I really enjoyed this book. It is a great story with vivid characters that you become immersed in. It follows Prince Ari from the time of the curse until his 18th birthday. It sets up the curse on the Princess then ignores her the rest of the book. Very disappointed that I have to buy 2 more books to see what happens. I have read books by this author before and love the writing and style.
I really enjoyed this book. It is a great story with vivid characters that you become immersed in. It follows Prince Ari from the time of the curse until his 18th birthday. It sets up the curse on the Princess then ignores her the rest of the book. Very disappointed that I have to buy 2 more books to see what happens. I have read books by this author before and love the writing and style.
May 2, 2016
Lovely merging of two classic stories. So far it's very well done.
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