By
Ashley Poston
Ashley Poston
This book is a wonderful modern take on one of my all time favorite fairy tales, a current and relevant Cinderella. Meet Elle, she is a gifted, shy orphan who is being raised by her Step Mother Catherine. Elle's parents have passed away and left her with memories of the cosplay show that her father started and a fanatic devotion to the show Starfield. Elle is devastated when her step sister's crush, actor Darien Freeman is named as the new Carmindor in the Starfield reboot. She is convinced that he is going to ruin the only connection she has left of her parents.
As a prominent blogger, Elle, denounces Darien and his hordes of adoring fans. Her servitude is not the only injustice. Darien is only being forced into a role he does not want. His dad controls his entire life and every move he makes. His best friend ends up being a traitor and he is no longer comfortable in his own skin. After a fan jumps him on a morning talk show, he acquires a bodyguard who follows him everywhere. As an avid Starfield fan, Darien is excited about being Carmindor, but is unsure how to fit into the imposing boots of his idol.
In an attempt to rid himself of an engagement at Excelsicon, he inadvertently contacts Elle. Both of these lonely hearts find solace in their communication and build an unlikely relationship through texts. Their feelings are built on their shared love of the show Starfield. Will they ever talk to each other or meet? or is the universe working against their growing affection? Will they be able to take their lives back?
This book is very charming and current. A lot of kids rely on communicating through text, they watch blogs, vlogs and youtube. The whole question of can you truly know somebody without meeting face to face. I found this book enjoyable and an easy read. It is definitely a fairytale and a young adult read about young romance. I think it would be totally acceptable for seventh grade students and up. I am giving this book a 4 out of 5 stars, if you want a nice feel good book, pick up your copy today.
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