Dance: Cinderella Retold

Dance is a Cinderella retelling and I really liked the twists in this version. It was like a cross between Cinderella and Mulan, Set in medieval China. Mai the main character is skilled in martial arts and to get away from her stepmother signs up to the Emperor’s army. Being a skilled swordswoman is not what happened in those days though, so a spell is cast and everyone thinks she is a man.
This was a fantastic retelling because there were so many differences, but at the same time there were so many similarities too.
It was written well, the plot was good and the world building made this all come together.
I would definitely recommend it for Cinderella and Mulan fans.

I really enjoyed this book and how it seemed to combine Cinderella and Mulan into a single character so well. I also look forward to reading more about this world and the characters in it.

Series Character and Story Connections for Dance: Cinderella Retold
Prince Yi's parents Yun and Ava's story is in Fly: Goose Girl Retold (Book 03)

I know it says Cinderella retold, and it is to a certain extent, but it is also so much more. Don' t be fooled by that. You will miss out on a wonderful book if you do.

As I was reading this book I kept thinking about the Disney movie Mulan. I was charmed and captivated by this book. I loved every minute and am going to read the other books by this author. I have always been a fan of fairy tales, and yes I know that to love them is somehow betraying the modern woman. But I am a romantic at heart.

You have to read this book. You will love it