The Modern Fairies.

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  • Source:
    Publishers Weekly. 5/27/2024, Vol. 271 Issue 21, p38-38. 1/5p.
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    • Subject Terms:
      Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715; Modern Fairies, The (Book); Fairies; Sexually transmitted diseases
    • Abstract:
      "The Modern Fairies" by Clare Pollard is a raunchy and entertaining novel set in the court of Louis XIV. The story follows a group of women led by Madame Marie d'Aulnoy who meet regularly in 1682 Paris to discuss fairy tales. As men start joining the gatherings, the group becomes known as the Modern Fairies. The women discuss the tales of Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Prince Charming, while also navigating their own personal relationships and the political power of storytelling. Pollard's ribald prose and revisionist historical approach make this novel a captivating read. [Extracted from the article]