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What Once Was Mine: A Twisted Tale

What Once Was Mine: A Twisted Tale reimagines Rapunzel’s story around a mistaken flower: the Moondrop gives her silver-gray hair with dangerous magical powers. The listing describes a 496-page fantasy adventure in which she leaves her tower to seek the floating lights.

At a glance

A reimagining of Rapunzel’s story based on the premise that her mother receives the Moondrop flower instead of the Sundrop.
Rapunzel’s silver-gray hair is described as magical and capable of harm rather than healing.
The adventure features Gina, a would-be outlaw, and Flynn Rider, a rogue on the run.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Offers a distinct twist on the familiar Rapunzel premise, with the flower mix-up shaping her powers and circumstances.
The publisher’s listed audience range is 12–17 years, with a grade-level suggestion of 7–9.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Publication
Publisher	Random House/Disney
Publication date	September 7, 2021
Language	English
Print length	496 pages
ISBN-10	1368063829
ISBN-13	978-1368063821

Recommended audience
Reading age	12 - 17 years
Grade level	7 - 9

Dimensions and installation
Listed dimensions	5.73 x 1.58 x 8.5 inches
Weight listed	1.55 pounds

What to know before buying

Customer feedback describes the story, writing, and entertainment as strengths, but reports mixed reactions to the content and pacing. The 496-page length may suit readers seeking a longer fantasy retelling more than those looking for a brief read.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers interested in Disney-inspired fantasy retellings and an alternate take on Rapunzel.
Teen readers looking for a longer adventure centered on magical powers, a tower escape, and familiar characters in changed circumstances.

Less suited to

Readers seeking a short book or an unchanged telling of Rapunzel’s story.

Customer reviews on Amazon

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Customer feedback highlights the changed outcomes created by the retelling, along with positive impressions of the writing and its entertainment value. Some readers also describe it as funny, while reactions to the content and pacing are mixed. For readers considering a 496-page Rapunzel fantasy, that feedback suggests the premise and tone may appeal, though the pacing and story choices will not suit everyone.

Positive themes

Customers praise the altered take on classic-story elements and the writing style.
Feedback describes the book as entertaining, with some readers finding it laugh-out-loud fun.

Mixed feedback

Customer feedback is mixed on the book’s content and pacing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the story about?

The story asks what might happen if Rapunzel’s mother drank a potion made from the wrong flower. The Moondrop gives Rapunzel silver-gray hair with dangerous magical powers, and she eventually leaves her tower in search of the floating lights.

How long is the book?

The listing gives a print length of 496 pages.

Who is the suggested audience?

The listing gives a reading age of 12–17 years and a grade level of 7–9.

Is this a retelling of Rapunzel?

Yes. It changes the familiar story with a mistaken flower, dangerous hair magic, and an adventure involving Gina and Flynn Rider.