- Library Binding: 326 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers (Sep 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0060734094
- ISBN-13: 978-0060734091
- Product Dimensions: 21.3 x 14.7 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 5,112,253 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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In a land where beauty and singing are valued above all else, Aza eventually comes to reconcile her unconventional appearance and her magical voice, and learns to accept herself for who she truly is.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
In a land where beauty means everything, Aza finds herself lacking in every way possible. Her only redeeming quality is the beauty in her voice. If only her singing reflected what others saw when they looked upon her face. She spends most of her time trying to hide her face from the staring eyes of guests at her parent's inn. Singing is the only beauty Aza finds in herself, and she sings often while she is working.
She discovers that she can "throw" her voice and make it appear as though it came from another place in the room! She tries to teach her family her new trick but no one else is successful.
A Duchess passing through the inn on her way to the King's wedding invites Aza to come along as her maid. While at the castle, the new Queen discovers Aza's talent in "throwing" her voice and insists that Aza stay and become a lady in waiting, so that the Queen can use Aza's voice as her own.
When the King is injured, the young Queen is hungry for power and the kingdom is soon threatened to fall apart, as well as Aza along with it.
I have heard great things about Levine as a writer, so when I had a chance to read FAIREST I jumped at it! And I have to say that I wasn't disappointed! I loved the fairy tale setting and the storytelling quality of Levine's writing.
The plot was fast-paced and Aza's growth within the novel is believable. Aza isn't your typical heroine and that made the story so much more enjoyable. I loved that the book tackled the issue of beauty, which is something that I know I struggle with, as well. I know that I'm looking forward to reading more of Ms. Levine's works in the future!
Reviewed by: The Story Siren
She discovers that she can "throw" her voice and make it appear as though it came from another place in the room! She tries to teach her family her new trick but no one else is successful.
A Duchess passing through the inn on her way to the King's wedding invites Aza to come along as her maid. While at the castle, the new Queen discovers Aza's talent in "throwing" her voice and insists that Aza stay and become a lady in waiting, so that the Queen can use Aza's voice as her own.
When the King is injured, the young Queen is hungry for power and the kingdom is soon threatened to fall apart, as well as Aza along with it.
I have heard great things about Levine as a writer, so when I had a chance to read FAIREST I jumped at it! And I have to say that I wasn't disappointed! I loved the fairy tale setting and the storytelling quality of Levine's writing.
The plot was fast-paced and Aza's growth within the novel is believable. Aza isn't your typical heroine and that made the story so much more enjoyable. I loved that the book tackled the issue of beauty, which is something that I know I struggle with, as well. I know that I'm looking forward to reading more of Ms. Levine's works in the future!
Reviewed by: The Story Siren
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
It took me a bit to get into this book. As I got into it I liked it. It has all the elements of a traditional fairy tale. Fairest is the story of Snow White, re-told through Gail Carson Levine's eyes of what really happened. The only thing I didn't like about this book, was how they talked about Aza as being "so ugly". It was mentioned over and over and over. That can't be good for anyone to hear that over and over. It was to centered on "looks." But I did enjoy the book over all, but the looming ugliness of Aza really dampened the story for me. I love Gail Carson Levine, so I wanted to LOVE this book, it just didn't happen.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I thought it would be impossible for Carson Levine to live up to Ella Enchanted, but in Fairest, she definitely did.
An incredible book, it is set in the neighbouring country to Kyrria, and tied in with Ella Enchanted, in the way that Ella's friend Arieda's sister is the protagonist.
I really enjoyed this, and know for sure I will re read it over and over again.
The plot was well thought out, the characters lovable, with Aza (the main character) showing the same spark of flair and bravery as Ella.
I really, highly recommend this book for any Ella fans =)
An incredible book, it is set in the neighbouring country to Kyrria, and tied in with Ella Enchanted, in the way that Ella's friend Arieda's sister is the protagonist.
I really enjoyed this, and know for sure I will re read it over and over again.
The plot was well thought out, the characters lovable, with Aza (the main character) showing the same spark of flair and bravery as Ella.
I really, highly recommend this book for any Ella fans =)
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I wanted to love it
It took me a bit to get into this book. As I got into it I liked it. It has all the elements of a traditional fairy tale. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mary-The Sweet Bookshelf
Okay - Not as Good As Ella
Probably everyone who has read this had read Ella Enchanted first. Ella is a BRILLIANT book, I've re read it loads of times. Read more
Published on 21 Jan 2007 by Robin
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