The Beast Within (Disney Villains #2)

Name: The Beast Within (Disney Villains #2)
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SKU: 9781761205521
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By Serena Valentino

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The Beast Within explores the classic "Beauty and the Beast" tale from a fresh perspective, delving into the mystery behind the prince's transformation into the Beast. Serena Valentino uncovers the darker reasons and hidden motivations that led to this curse, revealing a deeper backstory to the beloved story. This retelling invites readers to re-examine the familiar fairy tale through a new lens.
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Description

The tale is as old as time: a cruel prince is transformed into a beast. A lovely maiden comes into this monster’s life. He is transformed by her compassion, and the love he feels for her in return. The two live happily ever after.

But any tale, especially one as storied as Beauty and the Beast’s, has been told many different times, and in many different ways. No matter which version one hears, the nagging question remains: what was it that transformed the prince into the beast we are introduced to?

The Beast Within (Disney Villains #2) by Serena Valentino explores this captivating mystery, shedding light on the backstory of one of Disney's most iconic villains.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761205521

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 February 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 194.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 224

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