Book Review: The Ugly Step Sister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson | Jo Linsdell

Book Review: The Ugly Step Sister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson



Book Review The Ugly Step Sister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson


Book Review: The Ugly Step Sister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson

Fairy tales rarely spare a thought for the ugly stepsister — but The Ugly Step Sister Strikes Back is here to change that. This witty YA retelling flips the Cinderella story on its head, giving the overlooked girl a chance to step out of the shadows and take control of her own story. With humour, heart, and plenty of high-school drama, Sariah Wilson delivers a fun and empowering read.

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The Ugly Step Sister Strikes Back by Sariah Wilson

Everyone knows how those fairy tales go. The princess gets beautiful, nabs her prince and leaves her evil stepsisters in the dust.
But what happens when you’re the ugly stepsister and your obnoxiously perfect—pretty, smart, and, worst of all, nice—stepsister is dating the charming, devastatingly handsome guy you’ve had a thing for since you were nine?
Quirky, artistic and snarky Mattie Lowe does not lead a charmed life. Her mother is constantly belittling her online. The school mean girl has made it her mission to torment Mattie. But worst of all? Her stepsister is the most popular girl in school and is dating Mattie’s secret crush, Jake Kingston.
Tired of being left out and done with waiting for her own fairy godmother to show up, Mattie decides to change her life. She’ll start by running for senior class president against Jake. Ella can keep her Prince Annoying. Mattie's going to rule the school.
And no one, not even a cute and suddenly flirty Jake, is going to stop her.







Let me know in the comments if you’ve read it already or if it’s been added to your TBR — I’d love to hear your thoughts.


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9 comments

  1. Whispering Stories27 June 2018 at 20:32

    Great review. Nice to see a different spin on the story, even if some of the characters weren't that great to get to know.

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    1. Jo Linsdell27 June 2018 at 21:07

      Thanks. I like retellings. This was a nice spin on the classic tale. My favourite retelling is still Geekerella though.

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  2. Saturday Nite Reader27 June 2018 at 20:49

    This sounds like a fun summer read! I love it!

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  3. Trendy|Simple|Life27 June 2018 at 21:59

    Love the review. My TBR list is already waaaay too long, so I'll have to skip this one. On the plus side, you are now my favorite YouTuber! Yay!!!

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  4. Brandy Potter29 June 2018 at 03:23

    Awesome Review! Everyone should check this book out!

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    1. Jo Linsdell29 June 2018 at 12:00

      Thanks Brandy :) I will definitely be reading more books by Sariah Wilson.

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