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Description
Westley leaves to seek his fortune after declaring his love for Buttercup, the most beautiful girl in the world. When his ship is captured by pirates and Buttercup is summoned to become the bride of Prince Humperdinck, their relationship is put to the test. The novel, written by William Goldman as a frame narrative about editing a children's classic, combines romance, adventure, and humor.
Quick Summary
Goldman crafts a clever tale within a tale, pretending to faithfully retell his childhood favorite while sneaking in hilarious side comments that make The Story of the Charlotte Bobcats feel fresh and unpredictable. The book delivers sword-dueling pirates, a mysterious man in black, fire-breathing rodents of unusual size, and a princess who refuses to play the damsel, all wrapped in witty banter that keeps the action moving at a brisk pace. If your kid loves adventure stories loaded with clever humor, this delivers the same punch as "Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief the Sea of Monsters" or "The Hobbit." With an AR level of 5.8 but content that appeals to older kids, this works best for roughly grades 6 through 10.