Traitor's Masque by Kenley Davidson

Traitor's Masque
by Kenley Davidson

ebook: 446 pages
Publisher: Page Nine Press
Released: December 14th 2015

Source: Rented through Kindle Unlimited.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
After years of submitting to her stepmother’s unreasonable demands, Trystan finally has a chance to be free. The promise of a new life, in exchange for her help. Simple, right? After all, the old woman has only asked for one night. One night, one beautiful gown, one dance...and one message to be delivered to a mysterious recipient.

It should be easy. Maybe even fun. Especially when she can slip away into the night after the dance, leaving no clue as to her identity. But before she can escape the ball, Trystan makes a shocking discovery that leaves all her hopes in ruins. She will be forced to confront two very different princes—and choose whether to betray her kingdom or her heart. If she’s lucky, maybe she’ll even survive to tell about it later.


My Review:
Traitor's Masque is a retelling of Cinderella. It started with Trystan, the misused stepdaughter, riding a horse into the forest and, unknown to her, meeting the Prince. They became friends and felt comfortable around each other, so they began to care for each other even though they know it can't develop into a romance. Some powerful merchants felt that the Prince shouldn't be the heir since he's the second born, and one of the rebels asked Trystan to help her in return for a home of her own and money, so Trystan could be independent. She initially agreed, until she realized she's just betrayed the man that she loves.

The main characters were engaging, caring, and reacted realistically to events. Trystan grew as a person as she realized how her actions affected others and learned sacrifice over self-interest. The world-building was creating a unique situation and kingdom for the story to take place in. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I recommend this enjoyable fairytale retelling.


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