Melisande Nesbit, Edith and Lynch, P. J.

**Melisande** by the brilliant Edith Nesbit (with stunning illustrations by P.J. Lynch) is a delightfully twisted fairy tale that'll have kids questioning everything they thought they knew about princesses and happy endings.

When Princess Melisande's hair gets magically chopped off, her fairy godmother's "helpful" spell backfires spectacularly – her hair won't stop growing. Ever. What starts as a royal beauty problem becomes a proper adventure involving towers, princes, and some seriously questionable decision-making.

Perfect for ages 4-8, this darkly funny picture book tackles themes of vanity, consequences, and learning to live with your choices (even the really bad ones). Nesbit, the genius behind *Five Children and It*, knew how to write stories that don't talk down to kids, and Lynch's artwork is absolutely gorgeous.

This preloved copy from Patina Paperbacks brings you classic children's literature with that perfectly worn-in charm.

**Reader Reviews:**
"My daughter keeps asking for 'the princess with the crazy hair problem' – definitely a hit!"
"Finally, a fairy tale where things don't work out perfectly. Refreshingly honest storytelling."