The Souls of Her Feet: 1 (The Fairytale Reality Project)

Ashley St. Helens realizes shes lived a Cinderella story in this colorful crossover novel about a middle-American teen struggling with her self-esteem in a dysfunctional family. The story comes alive with funny fairytale twists fresh character interpretations emotionally resonant plot points and laugh-out-loud allusions. The Souls of Her Feet can inspire conversations about responsibility being passive or assertive morality waste life choices gender expression and most importantly cleaning house.Cavens postmodern self-aware emotional fantasy gives the fairy godmother a meaningful family relationship with Ashleys lost parents. Inspired by a closeted gay family member who helped her find her own way Cavens drag queen uncle figures aesthetic sensibilities validate Ashleys need for authenticity and offer her a glamorous alternative to a world of tacky clutter and inane materialism. When she finally gets to the prom wearing just the right shoes the transformed Ashley finally feels seen. Soul-love and assisted self-rescue make her fairytale a reality.This new (4th) edition contains bonus materials such as essays by the main characters and songs from the forthcoming musical.