Once Upon an Enchantress , published in 2022, is a novel by Hermione Lee —a Taiwanese teen author not to be confused with the renowned British biographer of the same name. The story follows Sharon Gale , an enchantress who desperately desires a normal life but is thrust into a high-stakes adventure spanning the magical kingdom of Chelvicerra . Plot Overview and Structure
: Sharon’s central internal conflict is her desire for an "ordinary life free of troubles" versus the reality of her magical responsibilities. Once Upon an Enchantress by Hermione Lee.epub
The novel explores several classic YA fantasy tropes with a focus on character dynamics: Once Upon an Enchantress , published in 2022,
: The group must outwit the Vanquishers , led by a figure named Icarus , and confront the evil fairy rulers of Chelvicerra. The novel explores several classic YA fantasy tropes
: The plot is driven by a "strong bond of trust" that is tested when the group is betrayed by one of their own. Literary Style and Reception
: Critics have praised the "real human emotions" and the distinct perspectives of each member of the eight-person friend group.
Reviewers describe Lee’s writing as , particularly regarding the setting and world-building.