Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived two children named Hansel and Gretel. They were abandoned in the forest by their evil stepmother because there was not enough food to feed all of them. As they wandered through the dense woods, they stumbled upon a charming cottage made entirely of candy and sweets. Little did they know that this cottage belonged to a wicked witch named Muriel. When Hansel and Gretel began to eat the delicious candy from the cottage, they were suddenly captured by the witch. Muriel had an insatiable appetite for children, as she liked to fatten them up before cooking them in her cauldron.
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The magical land of Midscape pulls on one corner of her heart, her home and people tug on another but what will truly break her is a passion she never wanted. Perfect for fans of A Court of Thorns and Roses and Uprooted, this stand-alone, fantasy romance about a human girl and her marriage to the Elf King is impossible to put down.
Muriel had an insatiable appetite for children, as she liked to fatten them up before cooking them in her cauldron. The two siblings were locked in a small cage, awaiting their grim fate. However, Hansel, known for his cleverness, came up with a plan to escape.
A Deal with the Elf King - (Married to Magic Novels) by Elise Kova
"Three thousand years ago, humans were hunted by powerful races with wild magic until the treaty was formed. Now, for centuries, the elves have taken young women from Luella's village to be their Human Queen. To be chosen is seen as a mark of death by the townsfolk. A mark nineteen-year-old Luella is grateful to have escaped as a girl. Instead, she's dedicated her life to studying herbology and becoming the town's only healer. That is, until the Elf King unexpectedly arrives . for her. Everything Luella had thought she'd known about her life, and herself, was a lie. Taken to a land filled with magic, Luella is forced to be the new queen to a cold yet blisteringly handsome Elf King. Once there, she learns about a dying world that only she can save. The magical land of Midscape pulls on one corner of her heart, her home and people tug on another . but what will truly break her is a passion she never wanted"--
Book Synopsis
This stand-alone, fantasy romance about a human girl and her marriage to the Elf King is impossible to put down!
The elves come for two things: war and wives. In both cases, they come for death.
Three-thousand years ago, humans were hunted by powerful races with wild magic until the treaty was formed. Now, for centuries, the elves have taken a young woman from Luella's village to be their Human Queen.
To be chosen is seen as a mark of death by the townsfolk. A mark nineteen-year-old Luella is grateful to have escaped as a girl. Instead, she's dedicated her life to studying herbology and becoming the town's only healer.
That is, until the Elf King unexpectedly arrives. for her.
Everything Luella had thought she'd known about her life, and herself, was a lie. Taken to a land filled with wild magic, Luella is forced to be the new queen to a cold yet blisteringly handsome Elf King. Once there, she learns about a dying world that only she can save.
The magical land of Midscape pulls on one corner of her heart, her home and people tug on another. but what will truly break her is a passion she never wanted.
A Deal with the Elf King is a complete, stand-alone novel, inspired by the tales of Hades and Persephone, as well as Beauty and the Beast, with a "happily ever after" ending. It's perfect for fantasy romance fans looking for just the right amount of steam and their next slow-burn and swoon-worthy couple.
All Married to Magic Novels are stand alone and can be read in any order.
He waited for Muriel to leave and told Gretel to stay quiet. He noticed that the witch had poor eyesight, so he used a bone from a previous child to trick her into thinking that he was not yet ready to be cooked. Day after day, the witch would come and check on Hansel, only to be deceived by the bone. Meanwhile, Gretel was forced to do chores around the cottage. She hatched a plan of her own and found a way to overpower the witch and free her brother. Gretel pretended to be obedient and asked the witch to demonstrate how she could fit inside the oven. Seizing the opportunity, Gretel pushed the witch into the oven and quickly closed the door, burning her to ashes. Finally, the children were free from the clutches of the wicked witch Muriel. With Muriel gone, Hansel and Gretel discovered a treasure chest filled with jewels and gold. They filled their pockets and made their way back home, where their father had been searching desperately for them. The evil stepmother had vanished, leaving their father filled with regret. But Hansel and Gretel forgave him and shared their newfound wealth, living happily ever after. The tale of Hansel and Gretel is a cautionary story about the consequences of greed and the importance of using one's wits to overcome difficult situations. It teaches us to be wary of strangers and to trust our instincts. Most importantly, it shows that even in the face of danger, bravery and resourcefulness can lead to triumph..
Reviews for "Beyond the Fairytale: Exploring the Sinister World of Muriel"
1. John - 2/5 stars
I was really excited to see "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters Muriel" because I'm a big fan of fairy tale adaptations. However, I was extremely disappointed with this movie. The storyline was weak and the dialogue was cheesy. The performances were also subpar, with the actors appearing disinterested and lacking chemistry. The special effects were also pretty mediocre. Overall, I found this film to be a major letdown.
2. Sarah - 1/5 stars
I had high hopes for "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters Muriel" as it seemed like an interesting concept. Unfortunately, the execution was terrible. The plot was confusing and scattered, making it difficult to follow the storyline. The action scenes were poorly choreographed and lacked excitement. The CGI effects were also poorly done, making the movie look cheap and unimpressive. I would not recommend wasting your time on this film.
3. David - 2/5 stars
I hoped for some dark, gritty fun when I saw "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters Muriel", but what I got was a mess. The film relied too heavily on gore and violence, taking away from any potential enjoyment. The attempts at humor were forced and fell flat. Additionally, the characters lacked depth and development, making it difficult to connect with them. Overall, this movie was a disappointment and I wouldn't recommend it.
4. Emily - 1/5 stars
I was excited to see "Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters Muriel" due to the interesting concept, but I ended up regretting my decision. The movie was filled with clichés and predictable plot twists. The dialogue felt cheesy and forced, and the acting was lackluster. The action sequences were poorly filmed, making it difficult to determine what was happening on screen. I found myself bored throughout the entire film and was glad when it finally ended. Save your money and skip this one.