It is loosely based on the story of the Cottingley Fairies. Its plot takes place in the year in England, and follows two children who take a photograph soon.
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Teresa and Grace confront Ken about the break-up, and they all realize that Barbie's arch-rival, Raquelle, made the call, using a recording of Ken reading from a script. Ken sets off for Paris to show Barbie he loves her, but he encounters many problems before getting to her. In Paris, Barbie learns that, through the machinations of a rival designer, Jacqueline, Millicent has just sold her business.
With her new friend, Alice, Barbie meets the wingless but magical beings called flairies, who have the power to add sparkle to any outfit. To save Aunt Millicent's fashion house, which is also the source of the flairies' powers, Barbie and company set up and host a fashion show. During the show, the flairy Glimmer, who always struggled with her magic, finally manifests her powers and transforms Barbie's final outfit into a glittering three-tiered rose pink gown.
Ken finally arrives and jumps onto the catwalk to tell Barbie he loves her. Lilliana Roxelle, Paris's top fashion critic, congratulates them on a spectacular show and invites them to her Black, White, and Pink party that night. Jacqueline finally appreciates their work and also apologizes to everybody for all the trouble she caused and promises to change. Glimmer harnesses her magic a second time and transforms the limousines into beautiful stagecoaches.
The story ends after the film studio invites Barbie back, to direct a new film. Feb 06, Jude rated it liked it. So now I know all about faires elves goblins etc. Aug 26, ClareT rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book had it all. Fairies, witches, heroes and heroines, Sleeping Beauty and Cinderella, but all twisted together in unexpected ways.
Bea, a cabbage fairy, longs to be a godmother, but despite watching many plots, to make sure everyone lived happily ever after, and making a few tiny alterations along the way, no one recommends her and she keeps on waiting. But, the world as the Fae know it is heading for trouble and Bea is offered her own plot. She just has to get Sindy to go to the Ball and This book had it all. She just has to get Sindy to go to the Ball and marry the king.
But, it all goes wrong almost as soon as she starts. To be recommended to anyone who likes Fairy Tales. Aug 16, Vicki Orton rated it really liked it.
Absolutely loved the main character Bea, a cabbage fairy wanting to aspire to being a Godmother, and the accident mishaps she found herself in throughout the story, she was fun and I could definitely sympathise with her a few times. The diversity of fairy story type character was brilliant, ranging from witches, to fairies, to genies; basically you name it, it appeared or was referenced.
I particularly enjoyed the range of strong female characters, which is always refreshing to see in high fantasy. Really enjoyed the sweet aspect in the main ending, even if it was a little bit predictable, although slightly earlier there was a twist I did not see coming. Definitely an enjoyable read and I look forward to diving into the sequel. Sep 04, starduest rated it liked it.
Interesting premise in this alternate fantasy universe but ultimately it was just a bit too convoluted and slightly contrived in its attempts to be clever that it wasn't as convincing as it could be. I spent too much effort trying to figure out what the characters are meant to be in this alternate universe that I couldn't get into the story, and the ending was such a tease to get you to read the next book.
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Unfortunately I didn't enjoy this enough to be that tempted to read the second installment Interesting premise in this alternate fantasy universe but ultimately it was just a bit too convoluted and slightly contrived in its attempts to be clever that it wasn't as convincing as it could be. Unfortunately I didn't enjoy this enough to be that tempted to read the second installment and it does make me sad to confess this. It could have been a really good book. Sep 05, Hazel Went rated it really liked it. This was an enjoyable anti-fairy-tale. What if fairy godmothers were working to a script, and what if getting it wrong or speaking out against the scripts "plots" left you open to being "redacted", i.
With the fae living in an almost esque land, and only the few being permitted contact with the characters humans , this was an enjoyable twist to the fairy tale. The heroine is a cabbage fairy looking to better herself, aiming to come back from the bottom of the social pi This was an enjoyable anti-fairy-tale. The heroine is a cabbage fairy looking to better herself, aiming to come back from the bottom of the social pile to fulfil her dreams.
She's the typical anti-heroine, and I liked her and her relationship with her 2 friends. I enjoyed following her story - both the book plot and her plot - and have already started reading the next book of the series. Aug 07, Gemma rated it it was amazing. This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. Fairy's aren't seen as able for much and certainly not a FME but then bea gets a chance to control her own plot. Seems easy, get the girl to the ball, she'll find true love and become the queen. But sindy has her eye on her friend will, her ugly sister is an activist trying to prevent the destruction of a forest and bea begins to realise she m st finished this, loved and and have bought book 2 already.
But sindy has her eye on her friend will, her ugly sister is an activist trying to prevent the destruction of a forest and bea begins to realise she may never get her happy ever after Aug 26, Nan rated it it was amazing.
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We've all read 'em, right? Princes, witches, fairies, dwarves, pretty girls, handsome men, happily ever after. But have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes? Why it always turns out right? Bea, a cabbage fairy and plot watcher, thinks she knows. She's about to find out that she doesn't.
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A completely different take on fairy tales. You'll never read them the same again. Jul 16, Teddy rated it it was amazing. A wonderful fairytale adventure romp. Written in a lighthearted manner, with a lot of humour, that enhances the dark underlying situation. Full of engaging characters and with a compelling plotline. A great start to what will, hopefully, be a long series. I'm a big fan of this series and currently waiting impatiently for book three. Nov 19, Jo rated it really liked it. Well-written, funny, intriguing plot; but would have enjoyed it more if not for the rather pointless digs at politicians that, IMHO, left a sour taste in the mouth without contributing anything to the story line or character development.
Sep 09, Robert rated it liked it. She locked eyes with Elladan, her lower lip beginning to tremble and her vision blurring. He sighed and stood up without releasing her wrist. He nudged her over toward his brother, while gesturing for Aragorn to come join him. Elladan gave her an innocent grin. Bilba stuck her tongue out at him.
Elladan laughed and then turned to head into the campsite, Aragorn at his side. Without waiting for a response she headed in the direction, flitting over the ground so fast it almost appeared she was flying. She found her way into a small clearing and stopped, studying the area. A flash of bright red fur drew her attention and she headed that way, dropping to her knees before a small fox.
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The animal was caught in a trap and was huddled in a small ball that was a mix of pain and shame. He only had three legs and with the one trapped, and clearly broken, he was unable to stand. The animal whined deep in its throat, eyes focusing on her. She took a deep breath and placed her hands lightly on the injured leg.
Immediately glowing white light shone from her hands, spreading out to cover the small animal. All she had to do was direct it to heal and it obeyed her, spiraling through the fox and fixing not just the damage it currently had but any lasting damage it had ever had. She felt as his ear reformed, a chunk torn out some time ago filling back in, broken tail straightening once more and the leg under her hands straightening out, the torn flesh and broken bone knitting together until the leg was stronger than ever.
It had been gone when she first met him and not even her magic could make it grow back. As Elrond had said, her magic had limits. It was depressing but nothing she could change. The light faded and she sagged back, fatigue tugging at her. The fox jumped up and stood on its hind legs to lick her face in thanks. Bilba laughed and patted it. I may not be close by next time. It had started to become increasingly clear over the years that Bilba had inherited the fairy ability to extend the lives of those around her and the elves worried over what would happen when others started to notice.
It was one of the reasons they had started trying to convince her to come live permanently in Rivendell, a notion she had stubbornly resisted. The Shire, and Bag End, were her home and she wanted to stay. Footsteps had Elrohir pushing up and turning just as Elladan strode into the clearing. He had his sword out, strangely enough, and was wiping the blade down. As soon as he saw her the cloth vanished and he sheathed the blade.
Bilba gasped and scrambled to her feet, rushing over to stand in front of him. Up close he looked even worse. He was covered from head to toe in what appeared to be layers of grime, filth and dried blood and gave off a smell so sharp it burned her nostrils. She could see every bone in his body and the few cuts and the injuries visible under the grime were brutal, many of them edged in the puffed flesh suggesting infection had set in. His clothing had probably once been trousers and a tunic but had fallen apart to the point where they barely provided him modesty much less any protection from the elements.
His left leg was bent up, barely any weight being put on it, and he leaned to the left as if his back was damaged. Bilba looked him in the eyes, seeing absolutely no acknowledgment, no sign of there even being a soul present. Without thinking, Bilba lifted her hands toward him only to immediately have Elladan drop behind her, wrap both arms around her waist and drag her back against his chest, keeping his arms around her in a light bear hug.
He took a deep breath and said. Does their pain not matter also? It was a low blow and he knew it, but it was also effective. Bilba sagged in his arms. Elladan squeezed her in a hug and then released her. Bilba took a deep breath and stepped forward to address Aragorn. He nodded at the dwarf. The monster is the one who did that to him. If I knew how to help him, or if I thought you could help him, safely, I would do it. She studied the dwarf. He just felt like a dwarf, a normal dwarf. In the meantime, he can stay at Bag End, indefinitely if need be.
There are certainly enough rooms. Elrohir and I will need to go take care of a few things. Bilba darted forward to throw her arms around him. It would be awful to think he was fully aware with no control over his own body and, to that end, she found herself hoping Elladan was right and his mind was sleeping, hopefully dreaming of peace and comfort. She reached out and gently worked her hand into his, holding it carefully to avoid putting pressure on any of his injuries.
She started to move and the dwarf obediently went with her, his steps slow and shuffling. Elladan and his brother headed off while Aragorn fell in beside her, one hand resting lightly on the hilt of his sword. It took quite a long time to get to Bag End. Bilba had no intention of treating Paladin as the Man had and was content to match his pace, walking beside him and guiding him by the hand. She chattered as they walked, to him and Aragorn, telling them both about how things were going in the Shire. She told Paladin all about her parents and Bag End and how she was going to get him as healthy as she possibly could.
When they arrived back to the borders of the Shire they stopped for Bilba to shoo away the small animals that had started following them. Hobbits tended to frown upon her showing back up with wolves, foxes, deer and assorted birds in tow. Her parents, as expected, were more than a little startled when she showed up with a clearly very ill dwarf in tow. Startled, but not entirely surprised. They were more than used to their daughter arriving home with all manner of injured or in need living creatures.
That she would one day show up with a person in equal need, in hindsight, made perfect sense. To their credit they recovered quickly. They were hobbits, and compassionate ones at that, and were more than willing to help. Belladonna invited Aragorn into tea and to rest before having to return to his duties while Bungo took Paladin off to the bathroom to get cleaned up. While they settled in Bilba started making a pot of bland soup and a second kettle of weakened tea.
She doubted Paladin would be able to handle anything much stronger than that, at least not at first. Bungo reappeared after a while, asking Belladonna to come with him and then headed back down the hall once more. It was a long, long time later that she and Bungo reappeared, this time with Paladin. The layers of grime and dirt were gone leaving clean skin behind. The wounds that were still open, or infected, had been dealt with as well and sported poultices to help them heal quicker. His hair and beard had initially been a matted mess, actually grown together at points so it was perpetually tangled around his throat.
In the end there had been no way to save it. Bilba winced when she saw it and approached to carefully take his hands in hers, studying his eyes. It appeared to be a dark, golden blond color and she tried to picture what he would look like once it had grown back in properly. Bilba nodded and helped Paladin over to the table.
Once there they found that, with his hands as damaged as they were, it was nearly impossible for him to properly hold the spoon or feed himself, most likely explaining, at least in part, his malnutrition. Without hesitating, Bilba took the spoon from him and started feeding him herself, taking it slow so he could get used to it. You know how tired you get just after healing broken bones. How much worse do you think it would be going against dark magic? I would try to free you from the darkness if I could. Paladin was soon finished and Bilba and her mother helped him to one of the spare bedrooms while Bungo stayed in the living room with Aragorn.
Belladonna frowned, pulling the blankets up to his waist. What would we ask, or send in a letter? Is anyone missing a young dwarf, exact age unknown, with dark blond hair, no idea when he went missing or from where? She stood back to study Paladin. His eyes were already drifting closed, his body relaxing into the mattress.
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No Archive Warnings Apply Category: The Hobbit - J. Chapter Text Once upon a time, according to rumors and legend amongst certain hobbit families, there lived a hobbit with a fairy wife. They were wild…and they were hunted. For the most part anyway. It was not, however, just her looks that were different. His name, they came to learn, was Sir Reginald. Are you an elf? And so Bilba did what she could and returned to her quiet life with her parents in Bag End.