The Princess in the Opal Mask - Softcover

Lundquist, Jenny

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0762451092 ISBN 13: 9780762451098

Publisher: Running Press Kids, 2013

Synopsis

Orphaned as a child in the crumbling village of Tulan, Elara is determined to learn her true identity, even if it means wielding a dagger. Meanwhile, in Galandria's royal capital, Princess Wilha stands out as someone to either worship or fear. Though no one knows why the king has always made her conceal her face- including Wilha herself. When an assassination attempt threatens the peace of neighbouring kingdoms, Elara and Wilha are brought face to face . . . with a chance at claiming new identities. However, with dark revelations now surfacing, both girls will need to decide if brighter futures are worth the binding risks.

About this title

Review:

"Light romance and strong female characters make it an ideal choice for tween girls, and the dual viewpoint narration aids the plot's momentum. This delightfully fanciful tale will find a captive audience among fans of Gail Carson Levine."
--School Library Journal

"Lundquist's debut YA novel combines elements of Cinderella with The Man in the Iron Mask. . . . With its swift pace, charismatic heroines, and all kinds of intrigue, Lundquist sets up a compelling and detailed history for her kingdoms, with legends of strong women rulers. Fantasy readers will eagerly await the promised second title."
--Booklist

"A novel of royal intrigue."
--Kirkus Reviews

This fairy tale, told from the alternating perspectives of Wilha and Elara, is engaging and action-packed...plenty of intriguing twists to keep the pages turning. Fans of romantic fantasy will be left begging for a sequel.
--VOYA

Book Description:

When a secret connection is exposed between teenage sisters who were separated from birth- one raised as a princess and the other an orphan- they are forced to switch lives.

About this edition

• Publisher: Running Press Kids
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0762451092
• ISBN 13: 9780762451098
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 352