The story follows Galen, a young soldier returning home from a long war. She skillfully crafted a story that is both original and true to the classic tale. Jessica Day George does not disappoint with her rendition of 12 Dancing Princesses. Either option makes for a rich tale, dark and filled with mystery. Either way, they travel to a magical world, or alternate dimension, and dance the night away. And really, what is there not to like? Depending on the version you read, the princesses are either incredibly mischievous or they are cursed and forced to dance night after night. I have fond memories of my dad reading an orange covered storybook of the fairytale when I was young. I don’t know what it is about the 12 Dancing Princesses tale it just makes me happy and always has. RELATED A Curse Dark as Gold Book Review – A YA Fairytale Retelling Jessica Day George’s Princess of the Midnight Ball is one of those books. Some books that, simply put, make me happy. There are some books that I return to in times of anxiety and depression that remind me that there are bravery and magic in the world. Knitting patterns and 12 Dancing Princesses! Who could ask for more from one lovely book? Princess of the Midnight Ball Book Review
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