A review by sapphic_wyrm
Cinders by Cara Malone

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This is part of the Sapphic Fairy Tale series by Cara Malone and I’m excited for the next read. It is what happens when you deconstruct and reimagine the classic Cinderella story but make it gay. This sweet and sapphic tale hits all the typical Cinderella points including the “evil” stepsister, helpful little birds, and the protagonist having to leave the town’s big event early, but all in ways you wouldn’t expect. This was definitely worth the read…or listen in my case.