Disney Cinderella: So, This is Love

by Elizabeth Lim

What if Cinderella never tried on the glass slipper?

Unable to prove that she's the missing princess, and unable to bear life under Lady Tremaine any longer, Cinderella starts work at the palace as a seamstress. However, when Cinderella finds herself witness to a grand conspiracy to take the king - and the prince - out of power, she is faced with questions of love and loyalty to the kingdom.

Cinderella must find a way to stop the villains of past and present... before it's too late.

This audiobook is an mp3-CD edition

Genres: Fantasy, Romance, Fiction

Kindle Edition

Published December 3, 2020

About the author

Elizabeth Lim grew up on a hearty staple of fairy tales, myths, and songs. Her passion for storytelling began around age 10, when she started writing fanfics for Sailor Moon, Sweet Valley, and Star Wars, and posted them online to discover, "Wow, people actually read my stuff. And that's kinda cool!" But after one of her teachers told her she had "too much voice" in her essays, Elizabeth took a break from creative writing to focus on not flunking English.

Over the years, Elizabeth became a film and video game composer, and even went so far as to get a doctorate in music composition. But she always missed writing, and turned to penning stories when she needed a breather from grad school. One day, she decided to write and finish a novel -- for kicks, at first, then things became serious -- and she hasn't looked back since.

Elizabeth loves classic film scores, books with a good romance, food (she currently has a soft spot for arepas and Ethiopian food), the color turquoise, overcast skies, English muffins, cycling, and baking. She lives in New York City with her husband.

Reviews

[Taylor Cowgill · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is by far my favorite Twisted Disney Tale book!! (and I have read the majority of them) I love how Lim draws you in with her writing!!

[mideteraninain · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was extremely boring it was a freaking rip off version of Cinderella I literally probably farted while reading this I don’t appreciate it thanks!❤️

[Anne Engeln · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautifully written! The way you think it's going well and then suddenly plot twists and events happen that change the story again. It's a real recommendation for anyone liking the princes tales.

[Kim Hufton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous twist to a great fairytale

[Maya Parmar · Rating 5 out of 5]

i really liked this book because it went into a lot more detail than the film and it really felt as if you got to know the characters. it showed the hardship cinderella endured throughout her life whilst maintaining that disney effect. it also was more realistic and showed cinderella to think of more than just love - ie she brought magic back to the kingdom.
this was my first twisted tale book and i really enjoyed reading it - it only took me a few days to finish aswell so really got me out of my reading slump!
i also loved the character if Genevieve because it was nice to see a strong feminist character in the book which was lacking in the film - she was strong but caring and it was nice to see how cinderella looked up to her
the only part i wasn’t a fan of was the end how she got kidnapped and then escaped because it felt like an added forced section just to add more drama. there was a chapter (not the last one) which ended in so this was love and that would have been a perfect ending (along with the return of magic).
i also felt as if the dukes character was so on point i could visualise the actions and mannerisms of him

[Ally · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is probably my favorite book in the Twisted Tales series so far. Compared to some of the other twists, which need more substance to justify their twists, So, This is Love is able to draw upon its already-established world and characters to further its narrative. This twist has partially been done before in the Disney film Cinderella III: A Twist in Time; however, this chapter of the Twisted Tales series is able to create a unique narrative that sets it apart. I particularly enjoyed how certain characters, such as the King and Prince Charming, were given more depth compared to the movies. Overall, this was a fantastic read and fulfilled everything I wanted from a Cinderella-themed Twisted Tales book.

[Bobbi Nix · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed this take on Cinderella. It was nice how much more story we got and how I felt like I got to actually know the prince and Cinderella much better than from the movie. The new characters they introduced were really interesting and felt like they added just the right amount to the story line. I’m giving it a three because some things were annoying like how many times she should have said who she was to the prince but didn’t and how many times she vanished on him. It got old quick.

[Angel Duarte · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was very interesting but in a great way!!! Because of my mom, i watch and read every version of Cinderella and love how much they added to this version and to the characters and love that they aren't nameless as well. Love how it started and ended and just gives more depth to Cinderella and The Prince!! I love it!! A great addition to my favorite book series!! definitely in my top favorites!!

[Nikki Prince · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not really what I was expecting. When I heard the words twisted tales, I assumed that it would be a spin on the villain not a rewritten story. I found it a bit pointless and hard to get through. Seemed like the work of fan fiction and not a book for me unfortunately. I think my expectations were too high.

[Lucy Tyler · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was such a fun read, a spin on a childhood favourite book and film. In this version, Cinderella wants to make something of herself, working hard to achieve it. Her character is full of personality, and I quickly adored this version of her. It was really well written and easy to read. I will be reading another of these twisted tale books.

[Lori Hocott · Rating 3 out of 5]

The main thing I did not like about this book and maybe was not prepared for was that it took until chapter 8/9 to actually get past the movie portion that I already knew. I did not need a refresher of the story.

Though I enjoyed the different perspectives that the book offered, I feel that it would have been better if the chapters were named the perspective of the next to follow along better.

[See Kuan · Rating 3 out of 5]

A refreshing twist on the original story.

the author kept Cinderella as original the kid and soft hearted girl but in the end stand up for herself for her own happiness and for what she know that is right.

The ending kind of expected, still a nice read and I long forward to reading other disney twisted tales.

[saja Adeeb · Rating 2 out of 5]

Her stepmother and stepsisters are nothing but ugly-hearted.
I guess the spell broke on the carriage, the animals, and the clothes, except for the glass slipper?!
And what about after she met the prince—isn't she gonna get revenge on her stepmother?
Re-reading this as an adult, that's literally all I'm wondering about!

[Natalia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. I read it in 3 days since it was sooo good.

[Hayah Breiss · Rating 3 out of 5]

i did like this book! but it was boring and kinda confusing for me but overall it was a amazing book and the ending is absolutely wonderful!

[Jean · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable read with a different take on the Cinderella story

[Mendy Montgomery · Rating 5 out of 5]

My favorite so far!

[sarah kelly · Rating 1 out of 5]

DNF’ed

[Shivani · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this audiobook and re-telling of the story. Love doesn't always come in a shoe box neatly wrapped, and it may fit but takes a lot of steps to take shape.

[Chloe Smale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very different read, to think about how the cinders story could be different

[Kara Jump · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loved this booked. This was the first book I read and I love how you are drawn into this book, I couldn’t put the book down.

[jeffrey mcnally · Rating 5 out of 5]

amazing

[Talisa Tyreana · Rating 4 out of 5]

I would read this again I love how they give you more details on Cinderella character.

[Katy Lovejoy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not bad for what this series is

[Lexi Coleman-Cross · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great book! Managed to read in about a week I was that sucked in! Definitely recommend 💖

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

It had so much potential but after the second ball it got a bit stupid and gave very much wattpad vibes. I still liked it.

[Maisie · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was good but it was very slow paced and I never really got hooked with it

[Remi G · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book was ok. I had to read it for an English project. I am not really into the fantasy types of books but it was nice to try.

[Phyllis Sherwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is by far one of my favourites ever reads and definitely is my favourite read so far this year

[Katie Priestley · Rating 4 out of 5]

AMAZING! My favourite twisted tale by far!