Books like Cinderella by Maureen McGowan
In this modern retelling of the classic fairy tale, Cinderella trains as a ninja warrior to free herself from her stepmother’s oppressive control. Her goal is to attend a grand Magic Festival held at the palace. Readers are invited to make choices throughout the story, directing the plot’s twists and outcomes.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Maureen McGowan
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