I recommend it more for tweens (kids ages 10 to 13.) The writing is kept simple, the plot and ideas as well, making this a pure fairy tale without any strings or weight attached. At 168 pages, it's easy to finish in a few hours and doesn't have much room for heavy descriptions. But this isn't a complicated read either. The descriptions and fantasy are fun and have just the right amount of childhood glee.

It reminded me of pink glitter and butterflies.perfect for a Cinderella story.

My most favorite part of this book is the mixture of magic. Although Ashlee is head over heels, she goes at it with friendship first-very refreshing. This is sweet, and not really clear that it's even there. There's also romance, but not the right and out kind one often sees in YA. And Ashlee's best friend is true blue, in some ways opposite to Ashlee, but by doing this, the author reinforces Ashlee's character. Of course, there's bad guys - a wonderful, jerky girl at high school who wants to control everything. She alone makes this book worth taking a look at. I loved reading about Toffy and her little tricks.

The side main character (if there is such a thing) is a super, cute dog. She's very open to other's feelings, and one can only wish that all of her dreams come true. She works to get things, but is never mean or tries to step on people's toes. That she wants a cell phone is something teens will easily relate too and sympathize with-how terrible not to have one, especially when your own dad forgets your birthday! But Ashlee is a twit about it either. Ashlee is a teenager who is ready to fight for things when she believes it's worth it. I'm always a sucker for fairy tale re-tellings, and this one is as sweet as can be.

Buried by Linda Joy Singleton