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Incredibly Penelope by Lauren Myracle

I somehow missed, in selecting this book, that it was a modern retelling of A Little Princess, a fact that will make the whole thing make a lot more sense while you're reading. In the modern landscape, the scenario is a pretty big stretch. While Myracle handles the material well it remains a rather unbelievable premise. And the resolution is a bit too neat and tidy. There is some solid reflection on the ways we treat people and how mistreatment can be a reflection of one's own biases and negative self-image. Characters are strong. If you like a bit of magical thinking and endless optimism, this is a solid read.

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