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Zel (Hardcover)

by Donna Jo Napoli (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

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  • Hardcover: 240 pages
  • Publisher: E P Dutton & Co Inc (7 May 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0525456120
  • ISBN-13: 978-0525456124
  • Product Dimensions: 21.1 x 14.2 x 2.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,818,305 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Ingredients: This book, a comfy chair, and a storm, 25 Jul 1999
By A Customer
This review is from: Zel (Paperback)
This book created a mood like no other book I have ever read. Beautifully told, it gives you the physiological story of Rapunzel, the witch, and of course, Prince Charming who happened to be named Konrad. Zel is a wonderful character capable of charming the reader's imagination in 5 seconds flat. The mother is the villian, an interesting twist of fate. She, like all bad guys, keeps the pages turning. However, the lust and love between Konrad and Zel is what incaptivated me the most. The book is a straightforward read. I loved it and give it a thumbs up. HOWEVER, there is some objectionable material, though not graphic, that should be taken into considertion before losing yourself in the pages of this enchanting book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Just the way a retelling of a fairy tale should be., 6 April 1999
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Unlike Robin McKinley, who usually doesn't add much to the tale except length, Donna Jo Napoli retells fairy tales and legends perfectly: she doesn't stray too far from the original, and most importantly, she ADDS something to it. These characters have depth and you really sympathise with them. Who else could make the wicked witch so likable? The writing is exquisite and you won't be able to put this book down. Read it. One more thing: it's not for younger readers. There are possibly disturbing descriptions of what Zel does after she goes crazy from being locked up in the tower. I am 15 years old, and I would recommend this book to anyone from age 14 up. Also, make sure you don't miss Song of the Magdalene and The Magic Circle, by the same author. I haven't read Sirena yet, but I'm sure it's good too. I hope Donna Jo Napoli writes more books as wonderful as these.
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5.0 out of 5 stars it changed my thoughts, 26 Jul 1998
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I loved the rich historical language, very unique and fun to read. I liked how the author used this well known fairy tale and created her own just as unique as Ella Enchanted by Gail Levine and Beauty by Robin Mckinley; very rarely do you get beautiful retellings that change your idea of the original.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An exellent telling of Rapunzel.
I think this was a wonderful book, I couldn't put it down. I think that if you are mature enough to handle it you should read it. Read more
Published on 14 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A dazzeling book for mothers & thier daughters
A dazzeling tale that will leave you spellbound.I recamend for anyone.It touched me with it's devotian.I am 10 so I think this is for people ages 9-90 or higher. Read more
Published on 1 Jun 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm a kid, I loved it
This book was the best book that I have ever read.Even though I'm still in my young teens, I've read a lot of books, and I have never read a book like this before. Read more
Published on 29 May 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! Must Read!
This book was really fun to read and always surprised you with the new things you had never heard about in the fairy tale. Read more
Published on 30 April 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful, definately one that will bring tears to your eye
I think every girl should read this book at least once during your teenage years
Published on 22 Mar 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Ah, never ceases to entertain
ZEL is a story of love between a wishful young man and a female with little experience in everything there is in life. Read more
Published on 6 Mar 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars Not for young readers...
I have to say the story was good but some parts a little too much for young readers. The parts of her mother selling her soul to the devil should be erased completely! Read more
Published on 23 Jan 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars It was a wonderful romantic book.
I think it is a good book for 5th graders and older or for very mature 4th graders. Because some parts are too strange. Read more
Published on 2 Dec 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars Very sensual and dark imagery ... nightmares for children?
Till at least three chapters into the book I did not even realise that the book was a retelling of Rapunzel! The language is so sensual it borders on the erotic. Read more
Published on 2 Jul 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful!
In Zel, Donna Jo Napoli explores the legend of Rapunzel in dark yet lovely detail, with powerful language and fully realized characters. Read more
Published on 8 May 1998

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