One of my best book buddies told me I had to read this story, and I’m so glad I did! I absolutely adored Cinder Luna. I’m a huge fan of fairytale retellings and this clever, romantic, funny, sweet romcom is a new favorite! It’s a darling, original reinvention of Cinderella that adds a fresh, modern take on the beloved fairytale. I loved the endearing characters and the imaginative way the author included nods to the original story with a clever twist.

Luna’s headed to Brookhaven to help her friend prepare for her upcoming wedding and hoping for a new start after a heartbreaking relationship. Her only enjoyment the last few years is gaming with her buddy MidKnight, where she can be completely anonymous. While traveling on the train, her helpful, kind actions get her upgraded to first class and seated next to a handsome stranger. They have an amazing instant connection, but fail to get each others’ contact information before the charming guy has to hurry off.

When her place to stay in Brookhaven is no longer available, she’s offered a place to stay by two twin sisters who run a bakery. Though she’s worked to the bone, she still manages to find time to play with MidKnight and offers to help him redesign a game he’s working on. But, she’s still dreaming of the guy she met on the train. Imagine her surprise when he visits his aunt in Brookhaven. As her relationship with Henry Stone, the wealthy guy on the train grows, so too does her relationship with MidKnight. Who will she choose, and what happens when Henry learns of her humble circumstances?

I loved Henry and Luna! Their meet cute on the train was so good. *sigh* From there, the story completely drew me in and I couldn’t put it down. Luna is such a kind, thoughtful, positive person. I loved the way she grew more confident and learned to stand up for herself. Henry’s such a dream. I loved the way he pursued Luna. I enjoyed the depth of these characters. They both went through difficult things, Henry with his mother’s death and Luna with her family’s accident and her ex. Their sweet, heartwarming romance was so enjoyable to read.

I also loved the humor: Chickaletta, the way Luna lost her shoe, and the coffee spilling fiasco. All the nods to Cinderella were perfection! Now I can’t wait to read the next book in the series which is a Beauty and the Beast retelling. Yay!

Highly recommend this to fairytale, romcom, and clean romance fans! I received an advanced complimentary copy from the publisher but also purchased a copy through Kindle Unlimited. All opinions are my own and voluntarily provided. ( )