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Rumplestiltskin is planning to cast a curse that will erase Enchantasia, and a fairy prophecy declares that Gilly Cobbler will play a key role. Never one to shy away from adventure, Gilly and her friends embark on an epic journey to stop Stiltskin. #6
Quick Summary
If you love fairy-tale retellings that mix humor with a dash of adventure, "Cursed" by Jen Calonita is a quick, fun read that feels like a mash-up of classic stories with modern snark. Gilly Cobbler, the teenage daughter of the cobbler from the "Elves and the Shoemaker," discovers a prophecy that makes her the unlikely hero who must stop Rumplestiltskin from erasing all of Enchantasia with a dark curse, and she quickly rounds up a rag-tag crew of reformed villains and a talking dragon-kid for an epic quest across magical lands. The book is packed with riddles, enchanted forests, and a few genuinely creepy moments that keep the tension high without being too scary for younger middle-graders, while the witty banter and friendship-first plot make it a great choice for kids who enjoy laugh-out-loud humor. Parents will appreciate that the story balances light-hearted jokes with a solid message about believing in yourself, and it's perfect for reluctant readers who want a fast-paced adventure or fans of series like "Whatever After" looking for a fresh take on familiar fairy-tale characters.