Thorns Among Shadows

A Rapunzel Retelling

by Ally Kelly

Publisher: Worldsmyths Publishing

Year of Publication: November 2024

Book type: Novella

Age: YA (12-18)

Genre: Fantasy

Sub Genre: Adventure · Fantasy · Retelling · Romantic Fantasy

Language: English

POV: Third-person

Tense: Past

Key Phrases: adventure · fairies · fairytale · Fairytale Retelling · magic · rapunzel · Romance

Editor: Nastasia

“Note: I was asked to ARC read the Thorns Among Shadows. I’ve always enjoyed a good variation on a classic, and Ally Kelly delivered on that promise. She created a new universe for the reader to explore by adding a new layer to the beloved tale of Rapunzel. Kelly created a rich, detailed universe for the reader to immerse themselves in throughout the book, bringing the narrative to life. I was able to visualize the story on a deeper level as I read each word. I liked every character right away and eagerly anticipated learning more about them with every page flip. This fantastic book takes a well-known tale and adds new depths to it. Totally recommend reading, won’t be disappointed.”

– Charron Moczygemba

A Rapunzel retelling for anyone who loves fantasy adventure, sweet romance, and a chance for the girl to be the hero of the fairytale.

Strong of Root, Strong of Thorn

Meira is the daughter of a nobleman, expected to take her father’s place at court. Bound by family duty, she returns to the capital city for the first time in years, feeling out of place as she enters the intricacies of court life and all that it entails.

Since his father’s death, a shadow has fallen over Crown Prince Gaelen and his kingdom of Alythia. Gaelen’s stepmother is acting as Queen Regent, with a mysterious hold over the prince. Meira’s appearance at court provides a welcome distraction from his troubles.

Just as Meira begins to rekindle a childhood romance with Gaelen, the prince disappears. But finding Gaelen proves to be no small matter. In order to rescue him, Meira must travel through both the Fae realm and Shadowlands, facing obstacles that will test the limits of her resolve and forces that threaten everything she cares about.

Thorns Among Shadows is a Rapunzel retelling for anyone who loves fantasy adventure, sweet romance, and a chance for the girl to be the hero of the fairytale.

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