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Discover an enchanting blend of fantasy and adventure with this captivating B-format paperback, released in 2023 by Hodder & Stoughton. This brand-new novel, ISBN 9781529381733, draws you into a world brimming with intrigue, where betrayal and ambition intertwine. Follow the thrilling journey of Vanja Schmidt, the goddaughter of Death and Fortune, as she navigates the treacherous waters of nobility, theft, and self-discovery.
Vanja is no ordinary girl; she’s a determined jewel thief who takes matters into her own hands. Once a dutiful servant to Princess Gisele, her world spirals into chaos when her otherworldly mothers demand payment for their care. With an enchanted string of pearls at her disposal, she ingeniously swaps lives with Gisele, leading a thrilling double life. However, when an ill-fated heist triggers a curse, Vanja races against time to reclaim her freedom and life.
This irresistibly unique retelling of 'The Goose Girl' weaves a tale of stolen identities and fierce truths, perfect for fans of whimsical fantasy and gripping adventure. With a feral half-god guardian, a sinister fiancé, and a relentless detective lurking in the shadows, the stakes have never been higher. Will Vanja outsmart her pursuers, or will she become the gem she seeks to hoard?
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529381733
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Description:
'A wild, adventurous romp that will leave you breathless at every turn' Hafsah Faizal
Once upon a time, there was a horrible girl . . .
Vanja Schmidt knows that no gift is freely given, not even a mother's love. The adopted goddaughter of Death and Fortune, Vanja has long made her own way in the world as the dutiful servant of Princess Gisele. Until a year ago, when her otherworldly mothers demanded payment for their care, and Vanja decided to steal her future back . . . by stealing Gisele's life.
With the help of an enchanted string of pearls, Vanja transformed into her former mistress and took her place, leaving the real Gisele a penniless nobody. Now, Vanja leads a lonely but lucrative double life as princess and jewel thief, charming the nobility while emptying their coffers to fund her great escape. Until, one heist away from freedom, Vanja crosses the wrong god and is cursed to turn into jewels, stone by stone.
With a feral guardian half-god, Gisele's sinister fiance, and an overeager junior detective on her tail, Vanja has just two weeks to pull off her biggest grift yet, or she risks losing more than her freedom - she could lose her life.
In this delightfully irreverent retelling of 'The Goose Girl', Margaret Own crafts an unputdownable tale about stolen lives, thorny truths, and the wicked girls at the heart of both.
Vanja is no ordinary girl; she’s a determined jewel thief who takes matters into her own hands. Once a dutiful servant to Princess Gisele, her world spirals into chaos when her otherworldly mothers demand payment for their care. With an enchanted string of pearls at her disposal, she ingeniously swaps lives with Gisele, leading a thrilling double life. However, when an ill-fated heist triggers a curse, Vanja races against time to reclaim her freedom and life.
This irresistibly unique retelling of 'The Goose Girl' weaves a tale of stolen identities and fierce truths, perfect for fans of whimsical fantasy and gripping adventure. With a feral half-god guardian, a sinister fiancé, and a relentless detective lurking in the shadows, the stakes have never been higher. Will Vanja outsmart her pursuers, or will she become the gem she seeks to hoard?
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781529381733
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Description:
'A wild, adventurous romp that will leave you breathless at every turn' Hafsah Faizal
Once upon a time, there was a horrible girl . . .
Vanja Schmidt knows that no gift is freely given, not even a mother's love. The adopted goddaughter of Death and Fortune, Vanja has long made her own way in the world as the dutiful servant of Princess Gisele. Until a year ago, when her otherworldly mothers demanded payment for their care, and Vanja decided to steal her future back . . . by stealing Gisele's life.
With the help of an enchanted string of pearls, Vanja transformed into her former mistress and took her place, leaving the real Gisele a penniless nobody. Now, Vanja leads a lonely but lucrative double life as princess and jewel thief, charming the nobility while emptying their coffers to fund her great escape. Until, one heist away from freedom, Vanja crosses the wrong god and is cursed to turn into jewels, stone by stone.
With a feral guardian half-god, Gisele's sinister fiance, and an overeager junior detective on her tail, Vanja has just two weeks to pull off her biggest grift yet, or she risks losing more than her freedom - she could lose her life.
In this delightfully irreverent retelling of 'The Goose Girl', Margaret Own crafts an unputdownable tale about stolen lives, thorny truths, and the wicked girls at the heart of both.