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A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL AND PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BOOK OF THE YEAR - Discover a world of mystery and enchantment in this captivating adaptation of the classic fairy tale, Rapunzel.
"Will leave readers spellbound."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

An innocent young girl . . . a noble youth obsessed with her beauty . . . and a mother who will do anything to keep them apart.

High in the mountains in a secluded tower, Zel lives hidden away with her mother who insists they have all they need, for they have each other. Zel's life is peaceful and protected--until a chance encounter changes everything. When she meets a beautiful young prince at the market one day, she is profoundly moved by new emotions. But Zel's mother sees the future unfolding--and she will do the unspeakable to prevent Zel from leaving her . . .

Will Zel be able to break free and explore the powerful stirrings of her heart, or will her mother's actions force her to remain trapped?

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