Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters. Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters.
Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters. Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters.
Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters. Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters.
Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters. Marissa Meyer is the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of the Renegades Trilogy, The Lunar Chronicles series, the Wires and Nerve graphic novels, and The Lunar Chronicles Coloring Book. Her first standalone novel, Heartless, was also a #1 New York Times bestseller. Marissa created and hosts a podcast called The Happy Writer. She lives in Tacoma, Washington, with her husband and their two daughters.
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Gilded is an imaginative retelling of Rumplestiltskin and the German tale of the Erlking. The heroine, Serilda, a miller's daughter was born cursed by the god of stories and lies. One night, after hiding two moss maidens who are being hunted by the evil Erlking and his undead hunting party, she impulsively fabricates a cover story claiming that she can spin straw into gold. Her tall tale intrigues the Erlking, and he captures her on the next full moon to spin the gold. Trapped in his gothic, ghostly castle, she unwittingly summons a mysterious boy who can perform this very feat.Gilded is well-written with creative and vivid world building. Dark, haunting, and immersive, this book is unpredictable and compelling. The colorful cast of characters and subplots add even ... MoreGilded is an imaginative retelling of Rumplestiltskin and the German tale of the Erlking. The heroine, Serilda, a miller's daughter was born cursed by the god of stories and lies. One night, after hiding two moss maidens who are being hunted by the evil Erlking and his undead hunting party, she impulsively fabricates a cover story claiming that she can spin straw into gold. Her tall tale intrigues the Erlking, and he captures her on the next full moon to spin the gold. Trapped in his gothic, ghostly castle, she unwittingly summons a mysterious boy who can perform this very feat.Gilded is well-written with creative and vivid world building. Dark, haunting, and immersive, this book is unpredictable and compelling. The colorful cast of characters and subplots add even more life to the story. The Erlking commits atrocities that are brutal, ruthless, and not for the faint of heart. There is a dramatic cliffhanger, leaving the reader desperate for the sequel. #BookishFirst
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4.5/5 Stars Cliff hanger; Fade to black scene, check triggers below Any time I think of Rumpelstiltskin, I think of the 1995 movie version. I grew up watching that movie with the creepy little man. However, this Rumpelstiltskin retelling is nothing like the version I grew up with. While this story has many similar plot points of the original fairytale, Meyer took this story and made it her very own. I really enjoyed her some of the darker elements within this story with the inclusion of ghouls, forest folk, monstrous beasts, mythology and curses. With the slight touch of romance, it gave a well rounded balance to this story. The only thing that I think could have been improved was the length. I think at times it could have been stretched out a bit long and maybe she ... More4.5/5 Stars Cliff hanger; Fade to black scene, check triggers below Any time I think of Rumpelstiltskin, I think of the 1995 movie version. I grew up watching that movie with the creepy little man. However, this Rumpelstiltskin retelling is nothing like the version I grew up with. While this story has many similar plot points of the original fairytale, Meyer took this story and made it her very own. I really enjoyed her some of the darker elements within this story with the inclusion of ghouls, forest folk, monstrous beasts, mythology and curses. With the slight touch of romance, it gave a well rounded balance to this story. The only thing that I think could have been improved was the length. I think at times it could have been stretched out a bit long and maybe she could have condensed it a bit. With that said, I’m intrigued to see what happens in the next book. Audiobook Thoughts: Rebecca Soler & Marissa Meyer are a dynamic duo! I loved listing to Soler bring the Lunar Chronicles to life, so I was excited to see her narrating this series as well. Trigger Warnings: Death of children
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Gilded is an imaginative retelling of Rumplestiltskin and the German tale of the Erlking. The heroine, Serilda, a miller's daughter was born cursed by the god of stories and lies. One night, after hiding two moss maidens who are being hunted by the evil Erlking and his undead hunting party, she impulsively fabricates a cover story claiming that she can spin straw into gold. Her tall tale intrigues the Erlking, and he captures her on the next full moon to spin the gold. Trapped in his gothic, ghostly castle, she unwittingly summons a mysterious boy who can perform this very feat.Gilded is well-written with creative and vivid world building. Dark, haunting, and immersive, this book is unpredictable and compelling. The colorful cast of characters and subplots add even ... MoreGilded is an imaginative retelling of Rumplestiltskin and the German tale of the Erlking. The heroine, Serilda, a miller's daughter was born cursed by the god of stories and lies. One night, after hiding two moss maidens who are being hunted by the evil Erlking and his undead hunting party, she impulsively fabricates a cover story claiming that she can spin straw into gold. Her tall tale intrigues the Erlking, and he captures her on the next full moon to spin the gold. Trapped in his gothic, ghostly castle, she unwittingly summons a mysterious boy who can perform this very feat.Gilded is well-written with creative and vivid world building. Dark, haunting, and immersive, this book is unpredictable and compelling. The colorful cast of characters and subplots add even more life to the story. The Erlking commits atrocities that are brutal, ruthless, and not for the faint of heart. There is a dramatic cliffhanger, leaving the reader desperate for the sequel. #BookishFirst
Easy to Read Page-Turner. Holds your attention and leaves you ready for Book 2. Enjoyed this thoroughly
4.5/5 Stars Cliff hanger; Fade to black scene, check triggers below Any time I think of Rumpelstiltskin, I think of the 1995 movie version. I grew up watching that movie with the creepy little man. However, this Rumpelstiltskin retelling is nothing like the version I grew up with. While this story has many similar plot points of the original fairytale, Meyer took this story and made it her very own. I really enjoyed her some of the darker elements within this story with the inclusion of ghouls, forest folk, monstrous beasts, mythology and curses. With the slight touch of romance, it gave a well rounded balance to this story. The only thing that I think could have been improved was the length. I think at times it could have been stretched out a bit long and maybe she ... More4.5/5 Stars Cliff hanger; Fade to black scene, check triggers below Any time I think of Rumpelstiltskin, I think of the 1995 movie version. I grew up watching that movie with the creepy little man. However, this Rumpelstiltskin retelling is nothing like the version I grew up with. While this story has many similar plot points of the original fairytale, Meyer took this story and made it her very own. I really enjoyed her some of the darker elements within this story with the inclusion of ghouls, forest folk, monstrous beasts, mythology and curses. With the slight touch of romance, it gave a well rounded balance to this story. The only thing that I think could have been improved was the length. I think at times it could have been stretched out a bit long and maybe she could have condensed it a bit. With that said, I’m intrigued to see what happens in the next book. Audiobook Thoughts: Rebecca Soler & Marissa Meyer are a dynamic duo! I loved listing to Soler bring the Lunar Chronicles to life, so I was excited to see her narrating this series as well. Trigger Warnings: Death of children
I love Rumpelstiltskin retellings! The prose is dreamy and atmospheric, completely sweeping me away to a faraway land where anything is possible and magic is real. Serilda is a sharp and witty character, who refuses to allow others to determine her fate. The twisted relationship between Gild and Serilda was impossible to look away from. This story has all the classic elements of a Rumpelstilskin retelling, while adding fresh details to the beloved story. Beyond the castle, Marissa Meyer crafts a fully-fleshed and mystical world that is simply entrancing to spend time in. The ending twist left me shrieking out loud; I can't wait to see where Marissa Meyer takes the story next. I would recommend this for fans of Marissa Meyer's fantasy, Rumpelstilskin retellings, and ... MoreI love Rumpelstiltskin retellings! The prose is dreamy and atmospheric, completely sweeping me away to a faraway land where anything is possible and magic is real. Serilda is a sharp and witty character, who refuses to allow others to determine her fate. The twisted relationship between Gild and Serilda was impossible to look away from. This story has all the classic elements of a Rumpelstilskin retelling, while adding fresh details to the beloved story. Beyond the castle, Marissa Meyer crafts a fully-fleshed and mystical world that is simply entrancing to spend time in. The ending twist left me shrieking out loud; I can't wait to see where Marissa Meyer takes the story next. I would recommend this for fans of Marissa Meyer's fantasy, Rumpelstilskin retellings, and fierce heroines. Overall I think that this is a wonderful well written book.
Repetitive and super slow. I was so bored with it, but it picks up about half way. Honestly this book could have been written with half the pages and still conveyed the same story. It was a unique retelling, which is why I’m giving it 3 stars. The character development is weak. The story as a whole leaves much to be desired. Much to my dismay, it’s not a standalone story. It leaves you hanging and not in a good way.
This book is extra detailed but it all comes together. I went into this book not knowing what to expect and got hooked as the storyline continued to unravel.
Oh my! This is so much more than a retelling of Rumpelstiltskin! It is chockful of other stories and combines them all into a great tale, courtesy of the gift that Serilda has from the good of stories and lies. From the Erlking to moss maidens and tatzelwurms and many other creatures, nightmares, and magic beings. Like the little children that Serilda helps out with at the school, I thoroughly enjoyed the stories that she told them, even if some of them were quite dark. It matches the setting of the world though and what happens to Serilda due to one lie she told to the Erlking to save a couple moss maidens. The story that gets revealed as she is taken to the Erlking's castle to spin straw into gold is also quite good. And I much prefer Gild, the poltergeist over ... MoreOh my! This is so much more than a retelling of Rumpelstiltskin! It is chockful of other stories and combines them all into a great tale, courtesy of the gift that Serilda has from the good of stories and lies. From the Erlking to moss maidens and tatzelwurms and many other creatures, nightmares, and magic beings. Like the little children that Serilda helps out with at the school, I thoroughly enjoyed the stories that she told them, even if some of them were quite dark. It matches the setting of the world though and what happens to Serilda due to one lie she told to the Erlking to save a couple moss maidens. The story that gets revealed as she is taken to the Erlking's castle to spin straw into gold is also quite good. And I much prefer Gild, the poltergeist over the traditional Rumpelstiltskin character. It opens up so many more possibilities with his character and makes him much more rounded.Be warned however, it may be a good, long story with over 500 pages of excitement and danger and sadness, but sadly it ends in a cliffhanger of massive proportions and you will definitely need the next book now! I know I do.
Gilded is the first book in an as yet untitled series by NYT best-selling American author, Marissa Meyer. Rumpelstiltskin. You remember, don't you? That Brothers Grimm story. The poor miller, the miller's daughter, the greedy king who imprisons her to spin gold from straw, the magical man who does the spinning, for a price, the gold locket, the ring, the promised firstborn, the to-be-guessed-at name. This is that story, but with tweaks, embellishments, twists and enhancements as only Marissa Meyer can do them. Thus a few pages become an enthralling five hundred.Once upon a time, in the north of the Kingdom of Tulvask, in the village of Märchenfeld, just south of the menacing Aschen Woods, a daughter is born to a poor miller.... nup, that's not how this story ... MoreGilded is the first book in an as yet untitled series by NYT best-selling American author, Marissa Meyer. Rumpelstiltskin. You remember, don't you? That Brothers Grimm story. The poor miller, the miller's daughter, the greedy king who imprisons her to spin gold from straw, the magical man who does the spinning, for a price, the gold locket, the ring, the promised firstborn, the to-be-guessed-at name. This is that story, but with tweaks, embellishments, twists and enhancements as only Marissa Meyer can do them. Thus a few pages become an enthralling five hundred.Once upon a time, in the north of the Kingdom of Tulvask, in the village of Märchenfeld, just south of the menacing Aschen Woods, a daughter is born to a poor miller.... nup, that's not how this story starts, but it could. Now eighteen, Serilda Moller is that miller's daughter, born under the blessing (or curse) of Wyrdith, god of fortune and of stories (lies), her black irises etched with a golden wheel of fortune, Wyrdith's mark.That god's other legacy is Serilda's story-telling, tales that just pop into her head, that sometimes seem touched by prophesy, but are seen by all except the village schoolchildren as dreadful lies. The villagers consider her cursed, the cause of every piece of bad luck they suffer.The king who locks Serilda in a room to spin gold from straw is not your run-of-the-mill king: His Grim, Erlkönig the Alder King is the ruler of hellhounds and other fearsome magical creatures, ghosts, the undead and the dark ones; he leads the wild hunt that happens every full moon, when people lock their doors and hold onto their children.Serilda is certain that the person who spins the straw to save her from the Erlking's wrath is not a ghost, but quite what he is, she can't guess. Mischievous, but not an imp, that's for sure: he looks just like a human boy her own age. Gild is the name he tells her to use, and she learns that the townspeople of the castle town of Adalheid fondly refer to him as the Vergoldergeist, The Gilded Ghost.The more she gets to know him, the more she realises there's no malice in him, and that, captive in the castle, he is starved of human company, craving human touch. And having been avoided by the village boys (those unholy eyes), she's incredulous that he finds her attractive.Soon, though, Serilda's concern about her own fate at the Erlking's mercy is eclipsed by her anger on behalf of his ghostly servants, denied eternal rest in Verloren due to their captivity in the castle, and the ordinary folk who succumb to his thrall, and an uncertain fate, on full-moon nights. And before long, a more personal aspect to her anger emerges.Serilda wonders, too, about the fate of the royal family who owned Adalheid Castle before Erlking captured it, and for what purpose this magical king needs to amass all this spun gold.What a marvellous retelling of this classic tale Meyer gives the reader: a cast of intriguing, appealing, quirky or downright nasty characters; her version of the plot is clever, imaginative and has enough mystery to keep the reader engrossed and the pages turning; there's humour and romance and a number of satisfying "aah" moments as it all unfolds; and sufficient unresolved issues to have readers eagerly anticipating the sequel. More of this, soon, please!This unbiased review is from a copy provided by Text Publishing.
Let me tell you, this book is something that I didn't know that I needed in my life.I've always loved retelling of old stories, fairytales, and or history.The book cover only feeds my internal desire to bite into this series and suck out as much info as I can until my hunger for amazing writing of a book is squelched.Just from reading the first paragraph I'm allready in love with the introduction of the iconic Madam Sauer. The mention of pettiness, and a women together has me in a choke-hold of judgment and wonder, but a women being assertive and selfish has me bubbling in laughter. Women mentioned in the same sentence of spirits and moons makes me THAT MUCH MORE intrested. On to what could she have done to have been perceived that way by others. Too pretty? ... MoreLet me tell you, this book is something that I didn't know that I needed in my life.I've always loved retelling of old stories, fairytales, and or history.The book cover only feeds my internal desire to bite into this series and suck out as much info as I can until my hunger for amazing writing of a book is squelched.Just from reading the first paragraph I'm allready in love with the introduction of the iconic Madam Sauer. The mention of pettiness, and a women together has me in a choke-hold of judgment and wonder, but a women being assertive and selfish has me bubbling in laughter. Women mentioned in the same sentence of spirits and moons makes me THAT MUCH MORE intrested. On to what could she have done to have been perceived that way by others. Too pretty? Too rich? Too confident? Or maybe too perfect as she is, and charismaticly so, put in the category that any patriarchal system tries to fool
Let me tell you, this book is something that I didn't know that I needed in my life.I've always loved retelling of old stories, fairytales, and or history.The book cover only feeds my internal desire to bite into this series and suck out as much info as I can until my hunger for amazing writing of a book is squelched.Just from reading the first paragraph I'm allready in love with the introduction of the iconic Madam Sauer. The mention of pettiness, and a women together has me in a choke-hold of judgment and wonder, but a women being assertive and selfish has me bubbling in laughter. Women mentioned in the same sentence of spirits and moons makes me THAT MUCH MORE intrested. On to what could she have done to have been perceived that way by others. Too pretty? ... MoreLet me tell you, this book is something that I didn't know that I needed in my life.I've always loved retelling of old stories, fairytales, and or history.The book cover only feeds my internal desire to bite into this series and suck out as much info as I can until my hunger for amazing writing of a book is squelched.Just from reading the first paragraph I'm allready in love with the introduction of the iconic Madam Sauer. The mention of pettiness, and a women together has me in a choke-hold of judgment and wonder, but a women being assertive and selfish has me bubbling in laughter. Women mentioned in the same sentence of spirits and moons makes me THAT MUCH MORE intrested. On to what could she have done to have been perceived that way by others. Too pretty? Too rich? Too confident? Or maybe too perfect as she is, and charismaticly so, put in the category that any patriarchal system tries to fool & put down women manipulativly. Even though witch's are truly amazing, empowering & mystical in real life.This book sounds promising and very interesting. I can't wait to finish reading the rest of the sneak peak and after the whole book. I'm truly wondering how everything is going to play out. Can't wait to read on!!
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