The Beast Within (Villains, #2)
The Beast Within (Villains, #2)
Fiction | Novel | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
French Countryside • Fairy Tale Era
2014
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Beast Within by Serena Valentino is a dark reimagining of the classic "Beauty and the Beast" fairy tale, exploring the Beast’s backstory and his transformation. It delves into themes of love, redemption, and the consequences of one's actions. The narrative reveals the events leading up to the curse and the lessons learned.
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Serena Valentino's The Beast Within offers a fresh take on the classic Beauty and the Beast tale, focusing on the Beast's backstory. Readers praise its imaginative narrative and dark, gothic tone. However, critiques highlight underdeveloped characters and simplistic writing. Ideal for fans of Disney villains seeking deeper lore.
Who Should Read The Beast Within (Villains, #2)?
A reader who enjoys The Beast Within by Serena Valentino is likely a fan of dark fairy tales and villain origin stories. They would appreciate the nuanced character development akin to those in Gregory Maguire's Wicked. This audience enjoys exploring the complexities behind traditionally evil characters in beautifully illustrated narratives.
41,196 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
French Countryside • Fairy Tale Era
2014
12-18 years
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