Unmasking Cassandra: A Cinderella Retelling

by Toney Larson

Some people choose their demons, others are cursed with them…

Cassandra is not a typical princess—nor will she ever be. Cursed with the bountiful, scarlet curls of a Daemos' Own, she has been hidden away by her troubled parents to keep her—and their kingdom—safe. In her restricted chambers, she channels her brilliant mind into art and music. It is only with the kind aid of some unlikely companions that Cassandra finally begins to challenge the legends of old and rethink what it means to be a Daemos’ Own.In a world that has forsaken her, Cassandra must navigate the desolate life she has been given while avoiding the animosity of her vengeful brother. For her, the road to recognition, redemption, and romance will either be her greatest triumph or her ultimate defeat.

278 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 23, 2017

About the author

When Toney Larson was a child, she dreamed of being a writer. When she grew up, she acted more responsibly and went to art school. After graduating from Southern Virginia University with a BA in Art, Toney reworked the Rapunzel fairytale in her first book, Growing Amaranth. Since then, she has continued to add tales to her YA fantasy series Legends of Draven. Originally from both Wales and Virginia, Toney uses her travels to increase her ability to relate to others. Through her writing, Toney hopes to help even one individual find comfort and companionship. A current resident of Utah, Toney lives with her husband and four children. When she’s not writing she spends her time in graphic design, homeschooling, and homesteading.

Reviews

[Aubree Shelley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unique and vibrant retelling! The detail is satisfying, and the characters believable- especially love Master Wilbur. The only thing that I would ask for is that the balls through denouement had slowed down and had more content. I felt rushed very reluctantly to that happy ending. Lovely book overall!

[Amber Carpenter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it

I really enjoyed this unique twist on Cinderella and the intricate mythology woven threw the storyline. I also love the way it blends in with Amaranth's story Cassandra is a complex character and the villian is a bit of a surprise or at least was toe great book can be read as a stand alone though growing amaranth adds to it a nice clean sweet fairy tale retelling.

[Tess McCombs · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked this book better than the first book in the series (Growing Amaranth). The main character has a lot to overcome and it is fun to watch her grow as the book progresses.

[Marlene · Rating 3 out of 5]

"A Cinderella Retelling" is really stretching it. Adequate middle-school to high-school story but you can't even really call it a fairy tale.