I received a copy of this book through Netgalley. This is my honest review.

This was a fairly realistic retelling of Beauty and the Beast that read more like straight historical fiction. I really liked how Beauty volunteers to go to the Beast's castle as an escape from what was done to her rather than to save her hapless father from the clutches of the Beast like in the Disney version. It makes sense to me that she'd choose that for herself.

I pretty much flew through the story once I started because I was immediately invested and wanted to know what was going to happen next. Overall this was a quick, easy read with enough references and similarities to the original to keep me reading, but enough differences to keep it from feeling stale.

Overall I give Beauty Reborn 4.9732 out of 5 stars.

In 2019 my health started going down hill and I didn't take into consideration what that would mean for my book reviewing. Sadly, I've been trying to play catch up for years and it's been affecting my ability to keep up with present day tasks. So I greatly apologize for this but I am going to clear out all these older review books and focus on present day. I will come back and update this review if I end up reading the book, which is very possible as a lot of these books are still ones I would like to read, I just don't think the pressure looming over me is helpful. Thank you for giving me a chance to early read these books and I am so sorry I wasn't able to provide what was needed.

This was my first Elizabeth Lowham book and wow, i really enjoyed it! This was the perfect Beauty and the Beast retelling! I will recommend it :)

'Beauty Reborn' by Elizabeth Lowham is a young adult novel retelling the Beauty and the beast fairytale. It is charming and heart warming giving modern readers real character motivations.

Wow. I honestly loved this one. The melancholy writing style drew me in immediately. The baggage Beauty carries was deep and profound and delivered tastefully while still being heartbreaking. I loved this book and will definitely read more by this author.

I truly enjoyed reading this book, from the character of Beauty, to the lush descriptions and so called whimsy. As a person with her head in the clouds most days, I identified with Beauty, creating fantastical situations and slipping in to another persona at the drop of a hat. This lovely retelling of the Beauty and the Beast tale drew me in because this Beauty was deeper, we see her thoughts and ideas, and a woman who is willing to open herself up despite the harms that have befallen her in the past. She is a woman who is not there simply to fall in love. She makes a friend first, before becoming more. I would have loved it if it were even longer, but the book followed the plot lines with a satisfying conclusion. I rate this book 4 stars. It was cozy, but not Earth shattering, a wonderful story for those looking for a more robust version of the fairy tales of their youth.

I love Beauty and the Beast! It is one of my favorite retellings! This was a darker and more mature story! I loved the characters, especially Beauty. I recommend this for fans of fairy tale retellings!

*Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book for review, all opinions are my own*

This is one of those books you read when you want a quick read and since it's a retelling, it doesn't require much effort, since you're already used to the story.
I love the retelling of Beauty and the Beast. I think it's one of my favorite fairy tales, if not my favorite, so I really enjoyed reading this story.
I like seeing how different authors bring the elements of this story to life. I think the author did a good job. It's not a bad book, it's not the best book, and it's not the best retelling, but if you like this type of story, you'll enjoy this book.
Just be careful because there are mentions of abuse throughout the story.
I think the author managed to give the story her original touch without losing the essence of the original story.

A good Beauty and the Beast re-telling. I love that we get to know Beauty from flashbacks. The writing was very well done with some beautiful interactions between Beauty and the Beast. Their healing and learning to trust was very true to the original story. I felt like the story was over too quickly for me to really get invested in the characters story together. I wanted more time with them. I wanted the characters to become strong & confident like the 90's Disney characters I love so much. A quick, enjoyable and easy read.

This book ended up not being one of my favorites but I can see the appeal. It seemed a little draggy in my opinion but I'm sure there's an audience out there for this book.

Well, I was in the middle of writing a long beautiful review when Goodreads kicked me off the app so I’m just going to be quick this time. This novel was lovely and lyrical and’s I still want to fall in love with a beast.

A Beauty and the Beast retelling is always fun, and this one tries hard to keep the fairytale going while diving into a difficult subject - sexual assault. Beauty has issues. Beast has them. And everyone is trying to move forward in a messy life.

Thank you Shadow Mountain Publishing for the eARC via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are my own!

First off, I want to acknowledge my mood has been down so I feel like this book was not as good because of my mood not because of its contents. I love fairy tale retellings and this one was great! I enjoyed the unique parts of this story. However, there were certain parts that I had a hard time following. However, like I realize this could just be me. It is a shorter novel though I felt like there was a lot of content which I liked. It did not feel short. The characters where unique but familiar which I also really enjoyed since retellings are very often done. It did not feel like I was just reading Belle from Beauty and the Beast.

Beauty Reborn is a Beauty and the Beast retelling that mixes fantasy with reality. It has a regency feel in a fantasy world. Beauty is the youngest in her family and she doesn't want to attract Stephan's notice. Yet still he wants her to marry him. She doesn't realize his intentions until it is too late. However, when her father comes home with tales of a beast. She jumps at the chance to escape and possibly be reborn.

Read if you enjoy:
Fairy tale Retellings
Romance
Character development
Short Novels

Fairytale retellings are always so fun to read. I love getting a fresh perspective on my favorite classic tales. I absolutely loved this reimagining of Beauty and the Beast and would absolutely recommend.

This Beauty and the Beast retelling focuses on the relationship between beauty and her past trauma. She is learning to trust and love again after being raped. It is much more than a story of looking past appearances but also of treating others with gentleness and kindness. It is a love story where both people have made mistakes and learn to move past their mistakes.

Title: Beauty Reborn

Author: Elizabeth Lowham


Ch: 19 plus epilogue


Pg: 200

Genre: Fantasy fairy retelling


Rating: 4.5 stars


Publisher: Shadow Mountain


Beauty Reborn is the hardest Beauty and the Beast retelling that I’ve read. But it’s the one that’s the most important. As it gives a twist on the reason Beauty went to the beast castle in her father’s place. She’s running from the someone. And just like the Disney version the reader will quickly she who’s the real beast in the story. My heart broke for Beauty. I’m glad that read this one. Trigger warning for sexual assault off page though it’s mentioned, and the aftermath is talked about.



I received a copy of this book from the publisher through netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.

Beauty Reborn is a wonderful retelling of Beauty and the Beast. I loved the focus on who the "beast" really was. It emphasized the need to look past appearances. I appreciated the content warning but was impressed by how well Elizabeth Lowham handled the difficult topic. Unfortunately, this is all too common of an occurrence in today's world. This is an important book to read because it brings a well-loved fairy tale into a conversation about inappropriate behavior and how to deal with surviving a horrible ordeal.

As in the original story, Beauty's father is caught taking a rose without permission from a Beast. Prior to the book's beginning, Beauty was sexually assaulted by her former suitor. Longing to be gone from this world, she jumps at the chance to take her father's place as the Beast's prisoner.. When she arrives, however she is surprised to find that the Beast is not the horror he was made out to be. In fact, he turns out to be shy and smitten with her. The castle’s enchantments and amazing library begin to make her feel at home. As the two get to know each other, Beauty starts to teach Beast to read. Together, the two heal from past traumas. Will this be both of their’s happily ever after?

A touching retelling of Beauty and the Beast, the plot is more character-driven, but well written. The characters are likable and more realistic. The world build is well-done and reminiscent of the original story. Fans of retold fairy tales, Beauty and the Beast stories, and fantasy will want to pick this one up. Recommended for most library collections.

When Beauty's father comes home in debt to a beast in the forest she takes his place at the Beast's castle without hesitation. She feels it better to be devoured by a beast then to be forced into a marriage to a different monster. Can Beauty find her worth again after feeling like everything was taken from her? And what role will the beast play in her new world?

I absolutely loved this retelling, even though I went in sceptical. I didn't think there was much room in my heart for Beauty and the Beast retellings after A Court of Thorns and Roses, but Beauty Reborn holds it's own in less than half the page count. Beast is well written and the banter between him and Beauty help you fall in love right along with her. Beauty's growth throughout the novel is a great testament to women working through trauma and how it's not always a forward journey. Backslides are inevitable and the author handles these moments with a truth the reader can resonate with.

5 stars and a heavy recommendation for Beauty Reborn. Recommended for readers who enjoy true retellings with new twists while staying true to well known material. Age range 12+ as nothing graphic is on the page. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

An interesting retelling of Beauty and the Beast but not my style. More fantasy than I anticipated and just a book I couldn't fall in love with as much as I wanted to.