The Beast's hand closed around the rose's stem; when he opened it, the palm was pierced, and drops of blood fell softly, making a dark stain like the first unfurling of a rosebud.

Twenty years ago, Robin McKinley dazzled readers with the power of her novel Beauty. Now this extraordinarily gifted novelist returns to the story of Beauty and the Beast, with fresh perspective, ingenuity, and mature insight. With Rose Daughter, she presents her finest and most deeply felt work, a compelling, richly imagined, and haunting exploration of the transformative power of love.

Condition: Pre-loved book. Considerable yellowing of pages.

Format: Paperback
Year published: 1998
Pages: 287
Sub-genre: Fairy tale retelling; fantasy.
Imprint: Ace Book