Once Upon a Dream

This young adult novel reimagines the classic Sleeping Beauty tale with a dark twist. When Prince Phillip falls asleep instead of waking Aurora, she must navigate a magical world born from her own dreams, all while under Maleficent's lingering curse. The story explores themes of self-discovery, bravery, and trust as Aurora fights to break the spell herself, questioning who her true allies are. It's an engaging adventure for readers aged 12-18 who enjoy fantasy and fresh takes on familiar stories.

What if the sleeping beauty never woke up? Once Upon a Dream marks the second book in a new YA line that reimagines classic Disney stories in surprising new ways. It should be simple--a dragon defeated, a slumbering princess in a castle, a prince poised to wake her. But when the prince falls asleep as his lips touch the fair maiden's, it is clear that this fairy tale is far from over. With a desperate fairy's last curse controlling her mind, Princess Aurora must escape from a different castle of thorns and navigate a dangerously magical landscape--created from her very own dreams. Aurora isn't alone--a charming prince is eager to join her quest, and old friends offer their help. But as Maleficent's agents follow her every move, Aurora struggles to discover who her true allies are and, moreover, who she truly is. Time is running out. Will the sleeping beauty be able to wake herself up?