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Heartless

By Marissa Meyer
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Heartless by Marissa Meyer is a prequel to the classic tale of Wonderland, focusing on the origins of the infamous Queen of Hearts. The story follows Cath, a talented young woman with dreams of opening a bakery, as she navigates societal pressures and the expectations of the King. As she gets entangled in a passionate romance with the King's mysterious joker, Hover, Cath is drawn into a world of dark magic and destiny.
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You might enjoy this imaginative tale filled with intriguing characters and a fresh take on a classic world. Set in a whimsical Wonderland, it reveals the captivating backstory of a beloved villain and explores themes of love, dreams, and destiny, making it perfect for those who appreciate a blend of fantasy and drama.

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A quirky, romantic origin story of the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland.

A quirky, romantic origin story of the Queen of Hearts from Alice in Wonderland.

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The #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles 'In Heartless, the nonsense that is Wonderland gets a reverential makeover, full of heart and its own idiosyncratic character.' Gregory Maguire, author of Wicked and After Alice Long before she was the terror of Wonderland, the infamous Queen of Hearts, she was just a girl who wanted to fall in love. Catherine may be one of the most desired girls in Wonderland and a favourite of the unmarried King, but her interests lie elsewhere. A talented baker, she wants to open a shop and create delectable pastries. At a royal ball where Cath is expected to receive the King's marriage proposal, she meets handsome and mysterious Jest. At the risk of offending the King and infuriating her parents, she and Jest enter into a secret courtship. Cath is determined to choose her own destiny. But in a land thriving with magic, madness and monsters, fate has other plans.

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Heartless by Marissa Meyer is praised for its imaginative retelling of the Queen of Hearts' origin story, drawing readers into a whimsical and detailed Wonderland. The book's character development, particularly the transformation of the protagonist from hopeful dreamer to the fearsome queen, is highlighted as compelling. Some reviews note the engaging narrative and lush language, though a few mention a desire for more depth in certain plot elements.

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ISBN: 9781925479478

Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 November 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Macmillan Australia

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 200.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 33.0mm

Weight: 358g

Pages: 464

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About the Author

Marissa Meyer is the New York Times-bestselling author of The Lunar Chronicles. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and three demanding cats. She's a fan of most things geeky (Sailor Moon, Firefly, any occasion that requires a costume), and has been in love with fairy tales since she was a child.

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