num_pages: 234
description: After the death of her mother, Anna becomes a slave to her stepfather and stepbrothers, cooking, cleaning, and obeying their every command. But when she gets kicked out after trying to take back something her stepfather stole from her, she has nowhere to go. Caught in the middle of the storm, she loses consciousness and wakes up in the king’s palace.Prince Edwin learns of her plight and offers her a job as a servant. Soon Anna adapts to life as a kitchen maid and helps prepare lavish meals for the grand ball the royal family is throwing. Then the unexpected happens—she receives a visit from a fairy godmother who insists she attend the ball.With an elegant gown and glass slippers, Anna has the time of her life, even grabbing the attention of the prince. It’s not long before they fall in love. But a dark force stands in the way of Anna’s happiness, and all her hopes and dreams shatter. Will Anna receive her happily ever after?
language: English
title: Back by Midnight: A Retelling of Cinderella