This twisted tale isn’t for everyone. A dutiful daughter, tightly closed as a rosebud. A cursed, obsessed recluse. In the enchanted woods, anything can happen. Beware: This is a dark fairytale that breaks rules. Dark, yet neither grim nor violent. Belle’s father sends her to Mr. Beast to save his own life. She arrives at a neglected manor, determined to be obedient, but her bestial master fills her with fear... moreThis twisted tale isn’t for everyone. A dutiful daughter, tightly closed as a rosebud. A cursed, obsessed recluse. In the enchanted woods, anything can happen. Beware: This is a dark fairytale that breaks rules. Dark, yet neither grim nor violent. Belle’s father sends her to Mr. Beast to save his own life. She arrives at a neglected manor, determined to be obedient, but her bestial master fills her with fear. The tormented half-lion man fascinates and beguiles her—when he isn’t being maddening. If she pleases him, she might find contentment, though she longs for her dream prince. One mistake in her new world could be fatal. The satisfaction of desire can take surprising forms, even for a virginal heroine. Publisher’s Note: Mr. Beast is an adult fairy tale with an awakening heroine who is far from passive. This New Adult fantasy novelette is rated 18+ for sexual content and mature themes. Although set ‘once upon a time,’ it features a connection to contemporary women’s sensibilities and greater diversity than is common for classic tales. We’re fantasizing the cast for the movie version. less
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