Children's · Fantasy
Ella Enchanted
Ella of Frell was given the gift of obedience by a careless fairy, which means she must do whatever she is told. Determined to break the spell, she sets out into a world of ogres, elves and giants.
Facts last checked 2026-10-16
- First published
- 1997
- Pace
- Fast
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 292
- Format
- Book 1 of 2 in Ella Enchanted
Read this if you want a funny, light fairy-tale retelling with a feisty heroine.
Skip this if you prefer dark or complex fantasy.
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Quick answers about Ella Enchanted
- What is Ella Enchanted about?
- Ella of Frell was given the gift of obedience by a careless fairy, which means she must do whatever she is told. Determined to break the spell, she sets out into a world of ogres, elves and giants.
- Who should read Ella Enchanted?
- Read it if you want a funny, light fairy-tale retelling with a feisty heroine. Skip it if you prefer dark or complex fantasy.
- How long and how fast is Ella Enchanted?
- It is a fast-paced, short read of about 292 pages, first published in 1997.
- Does Ella Enchanted have content warnings?
- We have not noted any content warnings for this book yet.
- Can I borrow Ella Enchanted for free?
- Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Ella Enchanted; the borrow button above searches it for you.
- What should I read after Ella Enchanted?
- Readers who liked it often move on to Cinder, The Princess Bride, Stardust.
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