FROM SARAH:

This is the first in Gail Carson's series of very popular fairy tale retellings. It's been awhile since I've read it, and I haven't read the rest in the series. My kids, however, have enjoyed this one!

Recommended for ages 10+.

FROM THE PUBLISHER:

At her birth, Ella of Frell receives a foolish fairy's gift—the “gift” of obedience. Ella must obey any order, whether it's to hop on one foot for a day and a half, or to chop off her own head! But strong-willed Ella does not accept her fate . . .