Once Upon a Toad
Once Upon a Toad by Heather Vogel Frederick is a reprint edition published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers on April 23, 2013. This 288-page book presents a whimsical and fractured fairy tale centered around Cat Starr, who faces challenges after moving to her father’s house and sharing a room with her stepsister, Olivia. As Cat navigates her new life, she encounters unexpected magical events that complicate her situation.
Readers will find a blend of adventure and humor as Cat’s troubles escalate, particularly when a toad unexpectedly hops out of her mouth and Olivia’s words conjure diamonds and flowers. The story explores themes of adolescence and social dynamics, as Cat and Olivia find themselves on the run from jewel thieves and a government agency. This engaging narrative offers a fresh take on classic fairy tales, appealing to those interested in juvenile fiction and folklore.
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A girl gets into a mouthful of trouble in this “toadally” fractured fairy tale, from the author of the Mother-Daughter Book Club series.
Once upon a time, Cat Starr lived with her astronaut mom in Houston. But when her mother gets sent on a long-term mission, Cat has to move to a faraway land—her dad’s house, halfway across the country—and share a room with her real-life evil stepsister, Olivia. Just when Cat can’t take it anymore, Great Aunt Abyssinia comes to the rescue. And things go from bad to cursed.
The next morning, Cat opens her mouth and a toad hops out! What’s more, when Olivia speaks, diamonds and flowers appear. How unfair is that? Before you can say “happily ever after,” the girls are on the run from jewel thieves and a government agency. Can Cat save the day—and get rid of all those toads?
This is an enchanting fractured fairy tale from acclaimed Mother-Daughter Book Club author Heather Vogel Frederick.
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