Marianne Eloise is known for her enthralling magical thoughts. Her words and ideas have a way of captivating those who read or listen to her. Marianne has a unique ability to create a world filled with wonder and enchantment through her writing. Her use of language and imagery transports readers to a place where anything is possible. One can almost feel the magic coursing through their veins as they dive deeper into her work. Marianne's thoughts are like spells, casting a spell over the reader and leaving them spellbound.
Anyone who knows me very well knows Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorite fairytales. So anytime I hear about a retelling of that tale, it piques my interest and I find myself wanting to read it to see what it’s like. A Curse of Shadows and Ice was an enjoyable and simple retelling of this classic where instead of Felix being cursed by an enchantress, his own mother curses him and his people.
While I definitely felt for them, it was nice to see how much Felix cared about those who are a part of his kingdom and see him doing what he can to minimize the curse s effects on them. I especially enjoyed the way magic is incorporated in this book as the main elements and how we learn alongside Arabella whenever she comes into her abilities and realizes her powers aren t something she should fear.
Marianne's thoughts are like spells, casting a spell over the reader and leaving them spellbound. She has a knack for evoking strong emotions and sparking the imagination. Her words have the power to inspire, to ignite a fire within the soul, and to awaken a sense of childlike wonder.
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As Felix teaches Arabella how to control her forbidden and volatile magic, her feelings for him turn from hatred to passion… and she realizes that she must break the curse, or she’ll lose him forever.
Anyone who knows me very well knows Beauty and the Beast is one of my favorite fairytales. So anytime I hear about a retelling of that tale, it piques my interest and I find myself wanting to read it to see what it’s like. A Curse of Shadows and Ice was an enjoyable and simple retelling of this classic where instead of Felix being cursed by an enchantress, his own mother curses him and his people.
What I enjoyed about this retelling is the storyline in this book. I feel like it follows the overall story of the fairytale but is also different enough to be a story of its own. What makes it unique from the fairytale is both of the main character’s ability to use magic. I especially enjoyed the way magic is incorporated in this book as the main elements and how we learn alongside Arabella whenever she comes into her abilities and realizes her powers aren’t something she should fear. I also enjoyed seeing her character go through a lot of development through her powers and her realizing that what she was raised to think made her cursed actually was more a gift when given the chance to actually master her powers.
I also enjoyed with A Curse of Shadows and Ice how similar it is to Beauty and the Beast as well. But at the same time, there are still some differences within the similarities too. The similarities I read that I enjoyed seeing had to do with the curse itself. In particular, Felix’s home was enchanted to get those who inhabited it anything they needed even when they didn’t have that particular need at the time. Also how the curse impacted the inhabitants of those who lived in his kingdom and Felix himself. While I definitely felt for them, it was nice to see how much Felix cared about those who are a part of his kingdom and see him doing what he can to minimize the curse’s effects on them. What I enjoyed about seeing how the curse impacted Felix was how he wasn’t physically turned into a beast accept whenever he was away from his kingdom for too long. It was also interesting to see how using magic to protect themselves from the curses’ effects worked.
Another aspect to this retelling I enjoyed was the chapters being from the perspectives of both Felix and Arabella and seeing their relationship with each other develop. What I enjoyed about having these two points of view was getting the chance to understand both of these characters and seeing their perspectives on what was going on. I especially enjoyed the chapters from Felix’s point of view because I could see how much this curse weighed heavily on him and how badly he wanted to break it. What I also loved about these two perspectives is seeing how much both these characters started to slowly develop feelings for each other. I especially enjoyed that they both mutually agreed to give each other a chance instead of it being where they right away developed feelings for each other. Then once they decided to work with each other, I felt like things fell into place with them both realizing how much they really cared about the other person. I feel like a big part of it was Arabella realizing that everything she heard about Felix prior to their marriage wasn’t true and that there was more to him than she expected. And just seeing how their relationship throughout the book developed was wonderful.
If I had any criticisms for A Curse of Shadows and Ice it would be the pacing of the book and the ending. While I did enjoy reading this retelling, there were definitely times where the pacing of the book felt off. It started off intriguing me but there were also a lot of slow moments with the plot when there wasn’t a whole lot happening with the characters. Then it picked up again close to the end of the book when things with the curse started going wrong and Arabella had no choice but to leave. While I enjoyed what I was reading and didn’t mind it too much, it definitely made me at times feel like there needed to be more with the story that wasn’t there. I feel like this also goes hand in hand with the ending because it kind’ve felt predictable to me. I felt like I had a pretty good idea how the curse was going to be broken, but it felt almost too neat to me how it happened. And like there were some loose ends that weren’t tied up as well. I don’t know if its because I wanted more in the story with the ending than I received, such as finding out once the curse was broken how Arabella’s people in Althea reacted when told the truth about Felix the Shadow Emperor.
Despite these criticisms, however, I enjoyed reading A Curse of Shadows and Ice. It was an enjoyable retelling of Beauty and the Beast to me. I highly recommend it to anyone else who also enjoys retellings of that fairytale along with anyone who enjoys stories with elements of fantasy and romance.
What I enjoyed about this retelling is the storyline in this book. I feel like it follows the overall story of the fairytale but is also different enough to be a story of its own. What makes it unique from the fairytale is both of the main character’s ability to use magic. I especially enjoyed the way magic is incorporated in this book as the main elements and how we learn alongside Arabella whenever she comes into her abilities and realizes her powers aren’t something she should fear. I also enjoyed seeing her character go through a lot of development through her powers and her realizing that what she was raised to think made her cursed actually was more a gift when given the chance to actually master her powers.
Marianne's magical thoughts are a testament to the incredible power of the written word. Through her writing, she is able to create a world where dreams come true and where imagination knows no bounds. In a world filled with cynicism and skepticism, Marianne's magical thoughts offer an escape, a place where one can believe in the impossible and embrace the wonders of the universe. Her words have the ability to transport readers to a realm beyond their wildest dreams. Marianne's enthralling thoughts leave a lasting impression and remind us of the beauty and magic that can be found in the simplest of moments. Her writing is a beacon of light in a world that often feels dark and uncertain. Through her enchanting ideas, Marianne reminds us of the power of imagination and the importance of holding onto our sense of wonder. In a world that is so often focused on the practical and the mundane, Marianne's magical thoughts provide a much-needed escape. They encourage us to believe in the extraordinary and to embrace the enchantment that can be found in everyday life. Marianne Eloise's enthralling thoughts remind us that magic is all around us if we are willing to open our minds and hearts to it..
Reviews for "Embracing the Magic Within: Marianne Eloise's Captivating Ideas"
1. Tim - 2 stars - I really wanted to like "Enthralling Magical Thoughts", but I found it to be a confusing and disjointed read. The storyline was convoluted and hard to follow, and the characters lacked depth. The magical elements felt forced and didn't add anything to the overall plot. Overall, I was left disappointed and underwhelmed by this book.
2. Sarah - 1 star - I couldn't get past the first few chapters of "Enthralling Magical Thoughts marianne eloise" and had to put it down. The writing style was overly pretentious and self-indulgent, making it difficult to connect with the story or the characters. I found the pacing to be slow and the plot to be uninteresting. Unfortunately, this book just wasn't for me.
3. Jack - 2 stars - I had high expectations for "Enthralling Magical Thoughts", but it fell flat for me. The writing was overly descriptive and verbose, which made it a struggle to get through. The characters felt one-dimensional and lacked development, making it hard to care about their journeys. Additionally, the magical elements felt forced and didn't blend well with the overall narrative. Overall, I felt let down by this book.
4. Emily - 2 stars - "Enthralling Magical Thoughts marianne eloise" was an ambitious attempt at creating a magical world, but it didn't quite work for me. The storyline was confusing and hard to follow, and the pacing was uneven. The characters lacked depth, and their motivations were unclear. While the concept of the book was intriguing, the execution left much to be desired. I struggled to stay engaged and ultimately felt disappointed with the overall reading experience.