15 Best fairy tales books like Cinder & Glass by Melissa de la Cruz

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Cinder & Glass

By: Melissa de la Cruz

3.71

Format: 336 pages, Hardcover

For this princess, winning the crown is no fairytale. 1682. The king sends out an invitation to …

If you liked the fairy tales plot in Cinder & Glass by Melissa de la Cruz , here is a list of 15 books like this:

1. Princess of Glass (The Princesses of Westfalin Trilogy, #2)

By: Jessica Day George

3.55

Format: None pages,

Hoping to escape the troubles in her kingdom, Princess Poppy reluctantly agrees to take part in a r… read more

Similar categories in Jessica Day George's Princess of Glass (The Princesses of Westfalin Trilogy, #2) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

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2. The Healer's Apprentice (Hagenheim, #1)

By: Melanie Dickerson

3.83

Format: 272 pages, Paperback

Two Hearts. One Hope. Rose has been appointed as a healer's apprentice at Hagenheim Castle, a ra… read more

Similar categories in Melanie Dickerson's The Healer's Apprentice (Hagenheim, #1) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • historical
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
"Feel Better? No. Get up so I can hit you again."

-Melanie Dickerson, The Healer's Apprentice (Hagenheim, #1)

"Music was food for the spirit, and she closed her eyes to better feed upon it."

-Melanie Dickerson, The Healer's Apprentice (Hagenheim, #1)

"I vow to you, Rose, that I will love you so tenderly, you will never feel unloved again."

-Melanie Dickerson, The Healer's Apprentice (Hagenheim, #1)

"It doesn't matter who your parents are. That doesn't determine your worth, Rose. According to the wisdom of the world, it does. But not according to God's wisdom."

-Melanie Dickerson, The Healer's Apprentice (Hagenheim, #1)

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3. With a Little Luck (Fortuna Beach, #2)

By: Marissa Meyer

3.90

Format: 368 pages, Hardcover

After being magically gifted with incredible luck, a boy discovers this gift just may be a curse wh… read more

Similar categories in Marissa Meyer's With a Little Luck (Fortuna Beach, #2) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
Cover of Cursed (Gilded, #2) by Marissa Meyer

4. Cursed (Gilded, #2)

By: Marissa Meyer

4.01

Format: 485 pages, Hardcover

Before the Endless Moon, when the Erlking means to capture one of the seven gods and make a wish to… read more

Similar categories in Marissa Meyer's Cursed (Gilded, #2) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"Here in Gravenstone, there was little comfort, little joy, only her sadness creeping toward her on stealthy toes. A sadness that had begun to manifest in bitterness."

-Marissa Meyer, Cursed (Gilded, #2)

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5. Almost There

By: Farrah Rochon

4.10

Format: 464 pages, None

Sometimes, life in the Big Easy is tough. No one knows that better than Tiana, though she also beli… read more

Similar categories in Farrah Rochon's Almost There book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
" Pye chat dous men zong li move . The paw of a cat is sweet, but its claws are nasty."

-Farrah Rochon, Almost There

"Tiana's head seemed to turn of its own accord, drawn to a scene playing out like the moving picture shows on the big screen at the Prytania Theatre."

-Farrah Rochon, Almost There

"Are you gonna be my date tonight, or what?" A night of good food, jazz music, and the chance to see Tiana again? Naveen gave her his best smile. "What time to do we leave?"

-Farrah Rochon, Almost There

"She picked up a fork and used it to flip over the catfish fillet she'd left frying in her daddy's cast-iron skillet. It was flaky, golden, and perfect, exactly as she'd intended."

-Farrah Rochon, Almost There

Cover of Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1) by Melanie Dickerson

6. Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1)

By: Melanie Dickerson

3.70

Format: 328 pages, Hardcover

Where there is wealth and power, there's always someone willing to do anything to take it. Engla… read more

Similar categories in Melanie Dickerson's Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • retellings
  • historical
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"Could her heart be any fuller?"

-Melanie Dickerson, Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1)

"Joy no longer seemed as fragile as it once had."

-Melanie Dickerson, Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1)

"The only thing that stops us from being joyful is ourselves."

-Melanie Dickerson, Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1)

"How had she ever thought him handsome? He was hideous, his eyes as colorless as his skin."

-Melanie Dickerson, Court of Swans (The Dericott Tales, #1)

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7. Poisoned

By: Jennifer Donnelly

3.82

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

Once upon a time, a girl named Sophie rode into the forest with the queen's huntsman. Her lips were… read more

Similar categories in Jennifer Donnelly's Poisoned book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"Kindness is many things,"

-Jennifer Donnelly, Poisoned

"There is nothing more dangerous than kindness."

-Jennifer Donnelly, Poisoned

"A powerful king has taken my heart, she thought. But a penniless boy has stolen it."

-Jennifer Donnelly, Poisoned

"Venom can be drawn from flesh, but poisoned words lodge deep in our hearts, where no antidote can reach."

-Jennifer Donnelly, Poisoned

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8. A Thousand Heartbeats

By: Kiera Cass

3.91

Format: 576 pages, Hardcover

#1 New York Times bestselling author of The Selection series Kiera Cass is back with her most epic … read more

Similar categories in Kiera Cass's A Thousand Heartbeats book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • historical
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"...Anika was beautiful in the same way a sunset was: so heartbreakingly sweet your soul could only stand taking in one glimpse a day."

-Kiera Cass, A Thousand Heartbeats

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9. When You Wish Upon a Star

By: Elizabeth Lim

4.03

Format: 480 pages, Hardcover

What if the Blue Fairy wasn’t supposed to help Pinocchio? This New York Times best-selling series t… read more

Similar categories in Elizabeth Lim's When You Wish Upon a Star book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"Ilaria knew better than anyone how to pull her brother's strings---when she put her mind to it. How to pull anyone's strings, really. That was her talent."

-Elizabeth Lim, When You Wish Upon a Star

"Ily was certain she could detect the falsehood. After all, Mamma always liked to tell her: A lie keeps growing and growing until it's as plain as the nose on your face. "

-Elizabeth Lim, When You Wish Upon a Star

"The water was as blue as before, as if nothing had happened. Bluer than the sky, really, and the cornflowers and bluebells that Mrs. Vaci sold in her chocolate shop. Chiara's favorite color."

-Elizabeth Lim, When You Wish Upon a Star

"You have such pretty hair, Chia. I've always envied it, you know? The way it curls at your shoulders and every hair seems to be in place. Niccolo says it looks like noodles--- like angel hair."

-Elizabeth Lim, When You Wish Upon a Star

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10. The Wicked Ones (Dark Ascension, #1)

By: Robin Benway

3.85

Format: 316 pages, Hardcover

"Blood is blood...and one way or another, we all bleed." Drizella and Anastasia only know one th… read more

Similar categories in Robin Benway's The Wicked Ones (Dark Ascension, #1) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • cinderella
  • audiobook
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11. A Twisted Tale Anthology

By: Elizabeth Lim

4.03

Format: 576 pages, Hardcover

Disney's New York Times best-selling series presents a rich anthology filled with all-new what-if t… read more

Similar categories in Elizabeth Lim's A Twisted Tale Anthology book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
"You raised me to be brave, and to make smart choices. I'll make you proud. You'll see." "I am always proud of you."

-Elizabeth Lim, A Twisted Tale Anthology

"Leagues away, her castle stood empty, and her country awaited a ruler. "Come," she said to the birds around her. "Let's get dinner ready. And then it will be time to go home."

-Elizabeth Lim, A Twisted Tale Anthology

"It's always one's passion that ends up one's undoing." He leaned toward her. "Remember that, my tempestuous fairy." Tinker Bell gestured at his hook. Really, Captain? Is it I who needs to remember? "

-Elizabeth Lim, A Twisted Tale Anthology

"I guess this is what I get for agreeing to give a woman a job like this." Meg placed her hands on her hips. "Oh, I'm sorry. I didn't realize that as a man, you were making such good headway on your o…"

-Elizabeth Lim, A Twisted Tale Anthology

Cover of The Princess Companion: A Retelling of The Princess and the Pea (The Four Kingdoms, #1) by Melanie Cellier

12. The Princess Companion: A Retelling of The Princess and the Pea (The Four Kingdoms, #1)

By: Melanie Cellier

4.13

Format: 334 pages, Kindle Edition

One dark and stormy night, lost and alone, Alyssa finds herself knocking on the door of a castle. … read more

Similar categories in Melanie Cellier's The Princess Companion: A Retelling of The Princess and the Pea (The Four Kingdoms, #1) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"I had to see you once more before the wedding,"

-Melanie Cellier, The Princess Companion: A Retelling of The Princess and the Pea (The Four Kingdoms, #1)

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13. Cinder & Glass

By: Melissa de la Cruz

3.71

Format: 336 pages, Hardcover

For this princess, winning the crown is no fairytale. 1682. The king sends out an invitation to … read more

Similar categories in Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • historical
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
  • cinderella
  • audiobook
Cover of Fate Be Changed by Farrah Rochon

14. Fate Be Changed

By: Farrah Rochon

4.20

Format: 464 pages, Hardcover

What if the witch gave Merida a different spell? This New York Times best-selling series twists Dis… read more

Similar categories in Farrah Rochon's Fate Be Changed book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"She detested all this marriage talk. She would never understand why so many lasses wished to tie themselves down before they had a chance to live. "

-Farrah Rochon, Fate Be Changed

"My dad thinks a young lass should be taught the same skills as a lad." "Your dad sounds like a fine gentleman. I think I would like him." "I am counting on it," she said."

-Farrah Rochon, Fate Be Changed

"She had to admit that her mother was right; the pheasant, peas, stewed kale, and oatcakes were best enjoyed hot. She shoveled the food into her mouth, suddenly realizing how ravenous she was after an…"

-Farrah Rochon, Fate Be Changed

"Her heart thudded in time with the horse's hooves pounding into the ground. The trees that lined either side of the glen looked like green water rushing alongside her. The taste of sweet Scots pine s…"

-Farrah Rochon, Fate Be Changed

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15. A Secret Princess

By: Margaret Stohl

3.52

Format: 400 pages, Hardcover

A surprising and romantic YA retelling-mashup of A Little Princess and The Secret Garden by bestsel… read more

Similar categories in Margaret Stohl's A Secret Princess book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • retellings
  • historical
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
Cover of Disney Frozen Polar Nights: Cast Into Darkness by Jen Calonita

16. Disney Frozen Polar Nights: Cast Into Darkness

By: Jen Calonita

4.19

Format: 336 pages, Hardcover

Anna, Queen of Arendelle, has been tirelessly preparing for the Polar Night’s Celebration that is h… read more

Similar categories in Jen Calonita's Disney Frozen Polar Nights: Cast Into Darkness book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
Cover of Bravely by Maggie Stiefvater

17. Bravely

By: Maggie Stiefvater

3.94

Format: 367 pages, Hardcover

Merida goes on an all-new, life-changing adventure in this original YA novel set several years afte… read more

Similar categories in Maggie Stiefvater's Bravely book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • retellings
  • historical
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • historical fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
"There is no glory in ruin; it only matters because of what comes after."

-Maggie Stiefvater, Bravely

"This is your dog?" the Dásachtach asked. "He was a gift," Harris answered in his distant way. "Do you not think a dog's behavior reflects its master?" "I do." "And do you think this dog reflects you …"

-Maggie Stiefvater, Bravely

"The long warm light that came just before the night shimmered like water. As fall approached, the sounds of bellowing red stags punctuated the woods, fierce as bears. The leaves were not yet changing…"

-Maggie Stiefvater, Bravely

"These long northern summer days stretched out forever and ever, turning into a short gray night for just a few hours before rolling right into another bright day. The trees were every color of green:…"

-Maggie Stiefvater, Bravely

Cover of Beastly Beauty by Jennifer Donnelly

18. Beastly Beauty

By: Jennifer Donnelly

3.69

Format: 324 pages, Hardcover

From New York Times bestselling, award-winning author Jennifer Donnelly comes a revolutionary, gend… read more

Similar categories in Jennifer Donnelly's Beastly Beauty book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
"If you want to know a person, don't ask to hear their truth. Listen to their lies."

-Jennifer Donnelly, Beastly Beauty

"You must do one thing and one thing only--become the person you were meant to be. No matter how daunting that task may be. Otherwise, your life is not a life; it is merely a long, protracted death."

-Jennifer Donnelly, Beastly Beauty

Cover of The Little Mermaid: Against the Tide by J. Elle

19. The Little Mermaid: Against the Tide

By: J. Elle

3.83

Format: 320 pages, Hardcover

An original novel written by New York Times best-selling author J. Elle inspired by Disney upcoming… read more

Similar categories in J. Elle's The Little Mermaid: Against the Tide book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
  • audiobook
Cover of Prince of Thorns & Nightmares (Princes, #2) by Linsey Miller

20. Prince of Thorns & Nightmares (Princes, #2)

By: Linsey Miller

3.87

Format: 432 pages, Hardcover

For fans of Disney Twisted Tales and Serena Valentino's Villains comes the next book of the Disney … read more

Similar categories in Linsey Miller's Prince of Thorns & Nightmares (Princes, #2) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • romance
  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • young adult
  • fiction
  • fantasy
"It's easy to be envious of someone when you think you know their life, but you can't ever, can you?"

-Linsey Miller, Prince of Thorns & Nightmares (Princes, #2)

Cover of The Lost Ones (Dark Ascension, #2) by Lauren DeStefano

21. The Lost Ones (Dark Ascension, #2)

By: Lauren DeStefano

3.98

Format: 336 pages, Hardcover

Journey to Never Land in the second book in the Disney Villains-focused Dark Ascension series, whic… read more

Similar categories in Lauren DeStefano's The Lost Ones (Dark Ascension, #2) book and Melissa de la Cruz's Cinder & Glass

  • fairy tales
  • retellings
  • fantasy
  • young adult

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