Cinder

"I can’t believe I waited so long to read this!!! This book is a perfect YA novel with a well-tuned balance between being a sci-fi space epic and a fantasy fairytale adaptation! I was hooked from the first chapter. Cinder is such a fun character. She’s charming funny and sweet in a very disarming way. I loved the futuristic twist of her being a cyborg. It was a cool introduction into the world of New Beijing. As for the other characters, I adored her dynamic with Kai! The chemistry, the banter, the tension was a 10 out of 10! And the angst at the end!!!!! Soooo good. Also, I loved Iko and Peony and I genuinely almost started crying when their fates were revealed. As for the villain, Levana is damn scary. In regards to the over all plot, it had me enthralled until the very end all the way to the plot twist (which, let’s be honest, we all saw coming). Despite the twist being predictable, it was so satisfying when Dr. Erland revealed that Cinder was Selene! I think I scream “THANK YOU!” At my book when he told her. I am so ready to continue this series. Like I am genuinely hooked."

"5 stars<br/><br/>"She was 36.28 percent not human." (1)<br/>"She could be anyone." (2)<br/>"She was not worth fighting a war over." (3)<br/>"She had to get away. And she knew just how she was going to do it." (4)<br/><br/>-------<br/><br/>Cinder is a sci-fi/fantasy retelling of the classic fairy tale "Cinderella." It takes a commonly known story, adding unique elements and making the old story new again. The characters got a major revamp and exhibit elements that show the novelty of each one. Features and scenes from the original story show up but not quite in the ways you would think they would.<br/><br/>-------<br/><br/>" 'Yeah,' she said, 'Extreme danger. I heard you.' " (5) <br/><br/>Cinder is both the title and the protagonist of the book. She is a skilled mechanic, along with being an adopted orphan who is mistreated by her stepmother and step-sister. <br/><br/>Her voice is featured in the book to be strong, confident, and enduring. Marissa Meyers writes in a flowing straightforward way that introduce readers into her world slowly but steadily. The first paragraph of the book is a great introduction to this new era that is full of action, technology, and humor.<br/><br/>-------<br/><br/>"It's just... you're easy to talk to." (6)<br/>"Take it, he said... "And think of me." (7)<br/>"Would you consider being my personal guest at the ball?" (8)<br/><br/>Kai is New Bejing's Prince. He is smart, thoughtful, and charming. He does not force Cinder into anything, which is a major boost in my eyes. Kai goes through a lot in the book, but stays brave even through hard times. <br/><br/>Cinder and Kai's relationship starts off sweetly but with untold important information. Cinder is lying to the prince, which leads to a disastrous turn for not only the two of them but his country too. <br/><br/>--------<br/><br/>"I am saying you MUST escape." (9)<br/><br/>The stepmother and one of the step sisters were very similar to the original story, being cruel and verbally and emotionally abusive to Cinder. The other step-sister, Peony, is a kind sister who disapproves of her mother and sister's actions. She is madly in love with Prince Kai, which makes her want to go to the Royal ball. But disaster rages in the family, sparking more hatred towards Cinder.<br/><br/><br/>Cinder dreams of a time where she could go to the ball and maybe dance with the prince, but she knows that her stepmother will not let her go. <br/><br/><br/>----- <br/><br/>Overall, I really enjoyed rereading this book again. I was able to find new elements of the classic tale this time through. Along with everything I have mentioned, I have noted that the biochemistry and science included in this book is very close or completely correct. <br/><br/><br/><br/>---------<br/>Quote Locations:<br/>1- page 82<br/>2- page 387<br/>3- page 368<br/>4- page 131<br/>5- page 180<br/>6- page 228<br/>7- page 297<br/>8- page 164<br/>9- page 328<br/>"

"I originally read this back when it came out, and even on a reread a decade later, I still find it wonderfully charming. A very well done retelling, and I'm looking forward to finally finishing the series."

"Very good read, definitely a chilling read too!"

"I loved this whole series! It’s so creative and engaging. "

"Cinderella Book 1 (Lunar Series) - I am obsessed with this series! A twist on fairytales. A world after world war 4 and people now living on the moon. The first book is about a cyborg Cinder who falls in love with a prince. "

"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"

"It's kind of like Cinderella, but she's a cyborg? And instead of a servant she's a mechanic? Oh and there is an evil queen and an evil step mother, a mad scientist and a pandemic. For the fact that I felt like I was reading a fever dream, I thoughouly enjoyed this rendition of the fairy tale, first in a series though so be prepared. 7/10. "

"All of the ships ❤️💖"

"(I rounded this book to a 3) A lot of times I like retellings! And the idea of this book was there! But I just could not get into the writing. I hated the dialogue, and with all the “plot twist” it was just annoying. I honestly would not recommend. "