I have always been a huge fan of Disney movies, so when I saw the first Twisted Tale book I had to pick it up! The series takes the original Disney stories that we are familiar with and puts a twist on the story to tell it in a different way or to explore other paths the tale could have taken. There are over sixteen books in the series at this time with at least four more scheduled in the next year. Each book is a stand alone. As the series is so long, I will highlight my TOP 7 standout books in the series. Let the countdown begin! I will count backwards 7 to 1 (#1 being my absolute favorite!).

(#7) Almost There by Farrah Rochon

Almost There is the 13th book of the series. The book is a twist on the Disney Princess and the Frog movie. The twist takes place towards the climax of the movie when The Shadow Man offers Tiana a deal. In the original story she does not take it…but what if she did? The Shadow Man makes Tiana an offer she can’t refuse. Give up Naveen and he will not only grant her the restaurant of her dreams, but he will also bring her father back to life! The catch? She can have no close contact with Naveen, not interfere with the Shadow Man’s plans, and she has to put a “harmless” drop of a potion in her gumbo. Will Tiana be able to keep the deal or will her feelings towards Naveen and her sense of right and wrong win out? The stakes are high and the book will leave you wondering just how Tiana can get out of this one.

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