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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.
I really enjoyed this satirical take on the fairy tales we all grew up with! It was heartwarming and great fun.
I loved it! I couldn't put it down! The characters are all brilliant! I even love the wet sock! And it has PICTURES! I wasn't even done with chapter 4 and was telling all of my book friends that they should read it. Can't wait for number 2!
I picked this up when I needed perking up from a sad blip and it absolutely did the trick! I love how it all twisted together at the end for the rules and how it stuck to being her story and not overtaken by a man. Can’t wait for the second book!
Absolutely loved the story. It was cozy, different and funny. The artwork is absolutely stunning and I kept reading, giddy to find the next artwork. It was a perfect combination. I loved the vibe. A truly relaxing read. Very well written.
One of the prettiest books I've ever gotten! I'm so excited to read it, it seems like such a fun book! And it was so well packed! Nothing could have harmed this book in Shipping and I really appreciated the care and thought that went into every part of this book!
This is EVERYTHING that a special edition novel should be! 10/10
Absolutely, stunning quality, gorgeous illustrations, and such a captivating and light story😍
The book’s beauty caught my eye on TikTok. I love off beat fairy tales so I thought I’d give it a try. I was hooked at the Prologue.
I just began reading it, and im enjoying it so far! The illustrations and cover art are 💘💘!!
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.
I had an issue with the cover so emailed Celine and got a personal message back right away offering to send a brand new cover. Impressive customer service!
Beautiful! The artwork is stunning, and the quality is amazing!!!
The book looks so nice on my bookself. I just wish the post office was a little more careful with the orders so the book dont get bent or dented. Other than that the book is beautiful. It will be my next read once i finish my other book.
Beautiful book
Loving this edition and the story already!
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Hi! I'm Celine
I write different flavours of fantasy with a twist, but always with one uniting thread: quirky, flawed characters and heart-warming found families.
My books span the sub-genres of steampunk (but set in a secondary, tropical world) urban fantasy (set in Asia and London) and gothic gaslamp fantasy.
I'm French, grew up in the UK, and for the last few years I've been living a life of nomadic adventure, exploring the world with my laptop as my constant companion. My adventures have been a great source of inspiration for my stories.
These days I'm trying to figure out where in the world I might stop and setup some bookshelves.
I love to hear from readers, so feel free to contact me at celine@celinejeanjean.com.