Cinderella is dead, and everything you knew about her story is a lie. In the kingdom of Marseilles, centuries after the death of Cinderella, all girls at the age of 16 are required to attend a ball and be chosen by a husband. Those who are not chosen, are shamed and exiled… literally to the point them committing suicide. Sophia isn’t here for this misogynistic, homophobic world. Told through the perspective of a black, lesbian heroin, this spin on Cinderella names Prince Charming as the villain. While I enjoyed the overall plot and concept, there were some plot holes that didn’t add up and characters with unclear motives. I liked the relationship between Constance and Sophia, but I wish we had more time with them in a relationship instead of getting only a slight peek at the end, something that seems oh so common in lgbt books. The book still definitely earns its lgbt rep. as it is a constant theme throughout the story. It’s not perfect, but if you take it for what it is and just let it run its course, it’s a pretty fun and enjoyable read.
4/5