Zel

Donna Jo Napoli
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High in the mountains, Zel lives with her mother, who insists they have all they need -- for they have each other. Zel's life is peaceful and protected -- until a chance encounter changes everything. When she meets a beautiful young prince at the market one day, she is profoundly moved by new emotions. But Zel's mother sees the future unfolding -- and she will do the unspeakable to prevent Zel from leaving her...
Genres: FantasyYoung AdultFairy TalesRetellingsFictionRomanceFairy Tale RetellingsHistorical FictionMiddle GradeYoung Adult Fantasy
227 Pages

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