by Ursula Jones
Albert Whitman & Co, 2014
Picture Book
A princess without a kingdom travels the countryside with
her pony, Pretty, making a little money by carrying packages in her cart. Along
the way she meets an arrogant duchess, a spoiled prince, and a lowly court
jester who befriends her and makes her laugh. Will the princess find her
kingdom, and what kind of kingdom will it be?
This is a great choice for readers who love princesses but
are ready for one with a little more substance and modernity. This princess is
pretty and feminine, but she’s also resourceful, confident, and a hard worker.
By no means a passive heroine, she doesn’t waste time feeling self-pity because
she is poor and snubbed by the aristocracy. She remains optimistic, proactively
pursues her goals, and ends up rejecting riches and status in favor of a true
love based on friendship, humor, and shared dreams.
Delicate and beautifully colored illustrations (mostly pinks, red, and greens) mixed with black
cutout silhouettes complete this sweet tale.
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