Cinderella Castle - A Beacon of Magic Cinderella Castle in Walt Disney World, Florida, stands tall and majestic, serving as a beacon of magic for millions of visitors from around the world. This iconic structure, inspired by various European castles, has become synonymous with the enchantment and wonder that Disney is renowned for. The castle, standing at an impressive height of 189 feet, is the centerpiece of the Magic Kingdom, the first theme park built by Disney. Its design draws inspiration from both French and German architectural styles, featuring intricate detailing and ornate turrets. The castle's pastel blue and silver color scheme adds to its fairytale charm, transforming it into a whimsical masterpiece. Beyond its enchanting facade, Cinderella Castle is more than just a pretty sight.
This is book number 2 in the Fix-It Witches series.
Between trying to hide the coven from Gavin, dealing with their grandmother s pointed questions about Danica, and taking care of the shop since Danica keeps jetting off with the baker , Clem is frankly exhausted. Clem isn t the first witch Gavin has hunted, so no matter how he reconciles with her, he realizes that he needs to do more than just apologize and grovel.
Beyond its enchanting facade, Cinderella Castle is more than just a pretty sight. It serves as a symbol of hope, dreams, and the power of imagination. As Walt Disney himself once said, "If you can dream it, you can do it.
Review: Boss Witch – Ann Aguirre
I received this book for free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
The second in an adorable witchy rom-com series by New York Times bestselling author Ann Aguirre, perfect for fans of:
Ride-or-die female friendships
A bisexual heroine who stubbornly refuses to accept help
A hero with an incredibly pesky moral conscience
A mouse named Benson who may or may not have all the answers to life, magic, and love (Spoiler: he does!)Clementine Waterhouse is a perfectly logical witch. She doesn't tumble headlong into love. Rather she weighs the pros and cons and decides if a relationship is worth pursuing. At least that's always been her modus operandi before. Clem prefers being the one in charge, always the first to walk away when the time is right. Attraction has never struck her like lightning.
Until the witch hunter comes to town.
Gavin Rhys hates being a witch hunter, but his family honor is on the line, and he needs to prove he's nothing like his grandfather, a traitor who let everyone down. But things in St. Claire aren't what they seem, and Gavin is distracted from the job immediately by a bewitching brunette with a sexy smile and haunting secrets in her eyes.
Can the bossiest witch in town find a happy ending with the last person she should ever love?
While I wasn’t a big fan of Clementine in the last book, I trust Ann Aguirre, plus I have a thing for enemies-to-lovers romances. While I didn’t like this quite as much as the first, I still enjoyed it and thought it was a thoughtfully done and funny romance.
The first half of the book overlaps with Witch, Please, this time with the events from Clem and Gavin’s points of view. I was so-so on Clem in the last book as I felt like she was unduly harsh to Danica. Seeing the same events from her point of view, I still think she’s blunt, but I have a bit more sympathy for what she’s going through. It’s Danica’s magic spike that leads Gavin the witch hunter to their town, but Clem feels like it’s her responsibility to take care of it. Clem’s driving force in life is keeping those around her safe, no matter the cost to herself. Not that hanging out with the handsome and funny Gavin is that much of a hardship. Between trying to hide the coven from Gavin, dealing with their grandmother’s pointed questions about Danica, and taking care of the shop (since Danica keeps jetting off with the baker), Clem is frankly exhausted. But she worries that if she stops being the person that does all these things that no one will care for her anymore. Spending time with Gavin – even though he’s the primary threat to the safety of everyone she cares about – is surprisingly relaxing, and she can’t help but make him feel more at ease in St. Claire, whether that’s silly dates, flirty banter, or gifting him a pet mouse. Gavin’s clear from the start that he’s only in St. Claire for a little while, which is perfectly fine with Clem. In fact, the sooner she can send him on his way, the better!
Gavin’s itinerant life – constantly hunting down witches, then moving on to the next town – wears on him, as does the fact that nothing he does seems to please his father. He hates being a witch hunter. He’d much rather go back to his job as a professor, but as his father keeps reminding him, their family honor is on the line. He’s supposed to be in St. Claire investigating a magic spike, but his heart isn’t in it, leading him to attend coffee mornings with the seniors of the community in hopes of getting gossip or staking out eccentric farmers. Clem’s not the only welcome distraction, as before long he’s booking a rental apartment for a month and helping his new elderly friends with their yardwork. After a few chapters, it’s clear that both Clem and Gavin are kind, caretaking individuals, surface differences notwithstanding, and they’ve got quite a bit in common. Both have serious issues with their toxic families. Watching Gavin push back on his father – and Clem finally accepting that she can lean on others for help – was lovely.
There’s lots of other things I liked about the book as well. I liked seeing the coven work together – both magically and nonmagically – and loved the glimpses into the next couple, Leanne and Trevor. Benson (and his love for 90s romcoms) was a surprise hit for me. I also loved how the witch hunting was resolved and the book’s focus on restorative justice. Clem isn’t the first witch Gavin has hunted, so no matter how he reconciles with her, he realizes that he needs to do more than just apologize and grovel. There’s a good bit about dismantling toxic systems as well, though I thought this was a bit too pat and easily done.
Overall, a bit different tone-wise than the first book, but still very enjoyable. I’m definitely looking forward to Leanne and Trevor’s book and hope we get stories for all of the coven!
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Reviews for "The Magical Transformation of Cinderella Castle for the Holidays"
1) John - Rating: 2/5 - While I appreciate the historical significance and grandeur of the Cinderella Castle, I found the experience to be underwhelming. The castle itself is indeed magnificent, but the lack of interactive exhibits or informative displays left me feeling like I was just wandering around aimlessly. Additionally, the crowds were overwhelming, making it difficult to truly appreciate the castle's beauty. Overall, I was disappointed with the lack of substance and memorable experiences offered by the Cinderella Castle.
2) Sarah - Rating: 1/5 - I found the Cinderella Castle to be a complete letdown. Not only were the lines to get inside incredibly long, but once I finally made it in, I was underwhelmed by the lack of anything interesting to see or do. It felt like a glorified photo opportunity rather than a worthwhile attraction. The castle itself is beautiful, but the lack of substantive content made it feel like a wasted visit. I would not recommend wasting your time on this over-hyped tourist trap.
3) Alex - Rating: 2/5 - The Cinderella Castle just didn't live up to the hype for me. While I understand the significance of the castle in Disney history, I found the experience to be rather lackluster. The inside of the castle felt uninspired and lacked any interactive elements or detailed exhibits. It felt like a missed opportunity to truly engage visitors and bring the magic of Cinderella to life. I expected more from such an iconic Disney attraction.
4) Emily - Rating: 2/5 - I was disappointed by my visit to the Cinderella Castle. The exterior is stunning, but once you step inside, the lack of activities or informative displays left me bored and wanting more. It felt like a missed opportunity to truly immerse visitors in the world of Cinderella. The long lines and crowds also detracted from the experience, making it difficult to appreciate the castle's beauty. Overall, it was not worth the time or effort.