Of Beast and Beauty
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Of Beast and Beauty by Stacey Jay
What if Beauty became the Beast? Discover a new angle on the classic fairytale in this fantasy retelling that's perfect for anyone who can't get enough of Beauty and the Beast.
In the city of Yuan, the blind Princess Isra is raised to be a human sacrifice. Her death will ensure her city's vitality. In the desert, a mutant beast named Gem fights to save his people, known as the Monstrous, from starvation. Neither dreams that, together, they can return balance to their worlds. When Gem is captured for trying to steal Yuan's enchanted roses, he becomes a prisoner of the city. Isra enlists his help, and soon begins to care for him--and to question everything she has been brought up to believe. . . .Engrossing tale . . . an] intense love story. --Kirkus Reviews
The bones of the classic Beauty and the Beast story are all here, imaginatively fleshed out with tropes from science fiction, fantasy, and even political drama. --The Bulletin, Recommended Jay's characters are well-realized . . . the] setup is intriguing and her writing assured. --Publishers Weekly Revelations and plot twists keep the action flowing and romance growing. . . . A satisfying read for fans of romantic fantasy. --School Library Journal
Stacey Jay has written under a variety of pen names in the areas of erotica, paranormal romance, middle grade, and young adult fiction. She's been a full-time mom and writer since 2005 and can't imagine doing anything else. Theater performer, professional dancer, badly paid C-movie actress, bartender, waitress, math tutor, and yoga instructor are among her previous jobs. Her husband and children live in California with her.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780385743211 |
| ISBN 10 | 0385743211 |
| Title | Of Beast and Beauty |
| Author | Stacey Jay |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Random House USA Inc |
| Year published | 2014-12-09 |
| Number of pages | 400 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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