I read this book about 2 years ago and really loved it! I think this book is good for ages 8-14. Loved it!
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Once Upon a Marigold
(2004, Fiction - Fairy Tale, Written by Jean Ferris)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 9; suggested age 9. -
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Common Sense says
Delightfully offbeat fairytale full of surprises.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 9 and Up
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About Once Upon a Marigold
Parents need to know this book has some classic fairytale situations including romance and an evil queen. There is talk of love, marriage, adoption, and murder by poison.
Read our full review by Terreece Clarke
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- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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good fairytale for kids, preteends, and teens.
- I rate this title on for age 10 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
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Loved It!
I just finished reading this book and it was amazing! It's very good for any teen who loves a good fairytale. I like the cover. It says: part romance, part comady, part everything-but-the-kicten sink.
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