The Wide-Awake Princess
by E. D. Baker
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E.D. Baker pulls out all the stops in this brilliant version of a classic tale. It's a little known fact that Sleeping Beauty's younger sister, Annie, is the one who must save the day and rescue her from the evil curse. Annie is impervious to ALL magic - good and bad - and is the only one left awake when her sister pricks that finger. She sets off through the kingdom to find her sister's true love, the only person who can wake her and reverse the spell. Annie is joined by a handsome prince in di
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This imaginative fairy tale retelling offers a fresh perspective on the classic Sleeping Beauty story, focusing on the princess's younger sister who is immune to all forms of magic. When the entire castle falls under the sleeping curse, Annie becomes the unlikely heroine who must venture through the enchanted kingdom to find her sister's true love. The narrative cleverly subverts traditional princess tropes by making the non-magical character the most powerful one in the story, creating an engaging adventure that celebrates practical problem-solving over supernatural abilities.
Young readers who enjoy strong female protagonists and twist endings to familiar stories will find this middle-grade fantasy particularly satisfying. The book's emphasis on sibling loyalty and inner strength provides positive messages while maintaining the magical elements children love in fairy tales. Annie's journey demonstrates that courage and determination matter more than special powers, making this an empowering read for children developing their own problem-solving skills and independence.
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