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Once-Upon-Thyme Deluxe Edition: A Fairytale with a Twist (eBook Included!)

by Celine Jeanjean Books store

Sometimes, fairytales don't go according to plan. That's exactly what happens in 'Once-Upon-Thyme,' a delightful cozy fantasy that playfully retells a classic tale. Follow Princess Adrianna as she navigates a world where her stepmother is more interested in gardening than evil, and her fairy godmother has a penchant for strong drinks and chocolate. When Adrianna decides her fairytale life isn't for her, she embarks on an unexpected quest to find a dragon, hoping to stumble into a happy ending.

This special Deluxe Hardcover Edition is a collector's dream, featuring sprayed edges, a stunning dust jacket with silver foil, premium inside formatting, 22 full-page color illustrations, and a digital author signature. And for those who wish to keep their beautiful hardcover pristine, we're now including the eBook version as well! It’s the perfect way to enjoy this heartwarming story of found family and embracing imperfections, whether you're curled up with the physical book or reading on the go.

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I just began reading it, enjoying so far.

I just began reading it, and im enjoying it so far! The illustrations and cover art are 💘💘!!

Stunningly GORGEOUS!! And a perfect fairytale with a twist.

LOVE, LOVE LOVE This beautiful hardback edition, so beautifully designed and illustrated. Love the story, a wonderful refreshing take on a classic fairy-tale. I fell in love with the story and characters from the first page. Its a truly unique story, highlighting that "fairy-tale happy endings" doesnt have to fit a specific mold. Love the heroine, and how she breaks the mold on the typical fairy tale, and writes her own story.

A Thyme-less Favourite

I first experienced Once Upon a Thyme as an ebook, and I adored it so much that I simply had to own the deluxe hardcover. It wasn’t an impulse purchase—it was a book that earned a permanent place on my shelves, and after seeing the care that had gone into this edition, I knew it would become a forever favourite.

This is, without question, one of the most beautiful special editions I’ve ever added to my collection. Every detail has been thoughtfully crafted—from the breathtaking dust jacket and illustrated case beneath it to the stunning sprayed edges, full-colour endpapers, and gorgeous artwork woven throughout the book. It’s the kind of edition that invites you to slow down, savour every page, and admire it long after you’ve finished reading. The quality exceeded my expectations in every way.

As for the story itself, it was every bit as charming as its presentation. Celine Jeanjean takes familiar fairy-tale tropes and joyfully turns them on their head, creating a world that is whimsical, witty, and full of heart. The humour had me smiling throughout, the characters were delightfully memorable, and beneath all the playful chaos was a genuinely touching story about embracing who you are rather than who the world expects you to be.

The illustrations elevate the experience even further. Rather than feeling like extras, they become part of the storytelling, making the world feel richer and more immersive with every chapter. By the time I reached the final page, I wasn’t just impressed by how beautiful the book was—I was reminded exactly why I’d fallen in love with the story the first time I read it.

If you’re considering the deluxe edition, don’t hesitate. If the ebook made me fall in love with the story, this edition made me fall in love with owning it. It’s a keepsake as much as it is a novel, and one of those rare books that feels every bit as magical in your hands as the story does in your imagination.

Once-Upon-Thyme Deluxe Edition: A Fairytale with a Twist (eBook Included!)

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