Zel - by Donna Jo Napoli (Paperback)

About the Book

High in the mountains, Zel lives with her mother, who insists they have all they need because they have each other. Zel's life is peaceful and protected--until she encounters a beautiful young prince at the market. But her mother sees the future unfolding and she will do the unspeakable to prevent Zel from leaving her.

Book Synopsis

A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL AND PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BOOK OF THE YEAR - Discover a world of mystery and enchantment in this captivating adaptation of the classic fairy tale, Rapunzel.

"Will leave readers spellbound."--Publishers Weekly, starred review

An innocent young girl . . . a noble youth obsessed with her beauty . . . and a mother who will do anything to keep them apart.

High in the mountains in a secluded tower, Zel lives hidden away with her mother who insists they have all they need, for they have each other. Zel's life is peaceful and protected--until a chance encounter changes everything. When she meets a beautiful young prince at the market one day, she is profoundly moved by new emotions. But Zel's mother sees the future unfolding--and she will do the unspeakable to prevent Zel from leaving her . . .

Will Zel be able to break free and explore the powerful stirrings of her heart, or will her mother's actions force her to remain trapped?

About the Author

Donna Jo Napoli is the author of Crazy Jack, The Magic Circle, Stones in Water, and many other books. She is the chairperson of the linguistics department at Swarthmore College.