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Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles Book 1)
Series: The Lunar Chronicles
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A forbidden romance. A deadly plague. Earth's fate hinges on one girl ...CINDER, a gifted mechanic in New Beijing, is also a cyborg. But when her life becomes entwined with the handsome Prince Kai's, she finds herself at the centre of a violent struggle between the desires of an evil queen - and a dangerous temptation.
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This is not the fairytale you remember. But it's one you won't forget.
A forbidden romance. A deadly plague. Earth's fate hinges on one girl...
Cinder, a gifted mechanic in New Beijing, is also a cyborg. She's reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister's sudden illness. But when her life becomes entwined with the handsome Prince Kai's, she finds herself at the centre of a violent struggle between the desires of an evil queen—and a dangerous temptation.
Cinder is caught between duty and freedom, loyalty and betrayal. Now she must uncover secrets about her mysterious past in order to protect Earth's future.
This is not the fairytale you remember. But it's one you won't forget.
Series: The Lunar Chronicles
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Cinder (The Lunar Chronicles Book 1)
This is not the fairytale you remember. But it's one you won't forget. A forbidden romance. A deadly plague. Earth's fate hinges on one girl... Cinder, a gifted mechanic in New Beijing, is also a cyborg. She's reviled by her stepmother and blamed for her stepsister's sudden illness. But when her life becomes entwined with the handsome Prince Kai's, she...Paperback$2600Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
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Cinder by Marissa Meyer is often praised for its imaginative and fresh retelling of the classic Cinderella story, set in a futuristic world combining elements of science fiction and fantasy. Reviews highlight its engaging plot, well-developed characters, and the inventive twist of making the protagonist a cyborg, which adds depth to the narrative. Readers also commend the author's ability to weave romance, intrigue, and mystery into the story, making it appealing to both young adults and older audiences.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780141340135
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 05 January 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Puffin
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 23.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 279g
Pages: 400
About the Author
Marissa Meyer lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her fiance and their two cats. Marissa enjoys road-tripping, wine-tasting, and hunting for priceless treasures at antique shops.
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