Super Short Summary

Once Upon a Marigold by Jean Ferris is a comedic fairy tale about Christian, a boy raised by a benevolent troll named Ed, who uses his inventions to connect with Princess Marigold. Despite being a commoner, he wins her affection through letters delivered by a pigeon, becomes a castle servant, and eventually faces obstacles orchestrated by Queen Olympia, but triumphs through love and ingenuity. The story includes themes of emotional manipulation and imprisonment.