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I just read this again. It was fun to delve again into the minds of Katarina and Ivan and recognize the beautiful difference between men and woman. I found myself thinking of my marriage and how I use words to heal or hurt those I care about. I love this story. Not only is it a fabulous retelling of Sleeping Beauty, but it is beautiful commentary on the power and magic that can exist in marriage between a man and a woman.

So I love returning to some of my favorite stories, and just like the first time, this story did not disappoint. I haven't read a lot of Card's stories, but the ones that I have, I love. Like I said in my earlier review, this is a modern/fantasy/in the past mix of Sleeping Beauty. Card's writing is beautiful and unique from beginnig to end. I loved all the funny details about the differences of men and women, and especially loved the process of falling in love. It doesn't just begin with waking up from a kiss. Loved it!


This is a retelling of Sleeping Beauty, but so originally told that the story stands alone by itself. It is influenced by Jewish and Russian folktales. The ninth century and 19th century are contrasted and the two main characters come from these differing centuries. It was such a good book, I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. I totally recommend this to anyone that enjoys fairytales.