The End of the Magical Kingdom: The Evil Princess Paperback – September 23, 2015

If you like satire or dark comedy, you have to give this book a try. Compelling, smart, shocking.

I gave this book a 4 star because it not only held my attention, but challenged me, sometimes frustrated me and ultimately made me talk about what I was reading with non-readers. Something I rarely feel motivated to do.I have a lot of different feelings about this book, many of which are conflicting. I first read it in parts. I read the first little bit and got settled into what seemed like a semi-adult or "teen" for lack of a better word re-working of the Princess and Magical Kingdom needing saving trope. It was genial and an easy enough read to get into.Just as the reader gets comfortable in a slightly commentative mystical land, you are tossed into a cauldron of sexuality, I'm not even going to call it symbolic because it's not, not even close; and ham-fisted commentary on our acceptance and complicit abuse of people who are "Other" through our use of Disney-like fairy tale tellings.It was like a trap. "Here, here's a little fantasy tale that might teach you something", followed by "Aha! In my trap mortal! Now you're going to see what your magical little faerie tales are doing to people!"There was no subterfuge to it. It was clear that you were going to be forced to learn. And also, there would be songs! (Arguably the worst part of any Disney-like production.)I really didn't like the songs.But some people probably did. I'm just a known musical hit and miss supporter. I bet with music it would have been more bearable.You will face your fallacies in this book. But at the same time, you will like most of the characters. There's a lot to be learned from that. Nobody seemed completely desolate of worth in this story. I, at least was able to clearly see everyone's side and that is both unsettling because you don't know exactly what to feel at first and exciting because you begin to care about more of the story. It's a story that creates opportunity for discussion.It's probably worth mentioning that you might want to keep it away from your 12-15 teens if you are puritanical. I personally wouldn't bother but rather use it as a teaching moment if they happened across it.While on the subject, I fully believe in happening across books. There are some books that are a bit more magical and stick-with-you-ish if you just happen across them. Books like 'The Song of Kali', 'The Night Circus' 'Memoirs of the Messiah' and this book right here: The Evil Princess. Chance is a great thing.The other thing about this book: It really needs to be a graphic novel. Graphic Novelization would greatly improve the pacing of this book. I wanted to feel the action in how I read it more. That's my major complaint. It is my ardent desire that someone will pick up this book, read it and contact Mitchell Warren with an offer to animate this story, maybe throw in some Hentai because there is definitely room for the profane and weird here. Or, you know make a series out of it for YouTube or something.This book is the first part in a Series of Magical Kingdom Books, so there's that for everyone who wants to know what happens next.

The End of the Magical Kingdom “The Evil Princess” contains some of the most disturbing scenes I’ve ever read in a book! That all of this madness is coming from supposedly a children’s book or “teen” book is a joke in and of itself. The book is very much for adults and is actually a satire of religion, politics and social attitudes of the 21st century, but as shown from a fairy tale and Disney-ish world. Although it is a very vulgar comedy at times, there is also a tragic side to the story and many moments of fear, hatred, love and suffering. The book is mostly about gay marriage and the love story between Princess Mary and Salem the Witch. As a fan of horror, I enjoyed reading the book on my iPad Jigger, but I would not recommend it for children, young teens or people offended by extreme violence and very sicko fictional characters. It is sort of like Game of Thrones meets South Park meets Beauty and the Beast. Fans of Twilight will not be amused. But then again, if you know who LM Warren is you’re not surprised.

The End of the Magical Kingdom “The Evil Princess” contains some of the most disturbing scenes I’ve ever read in a book! That all of this madness is coming from supposedly a children’s book or “teen” book is a joke in and of itself. The book is very much for adults and is actually a satire of religion, politics and social attitudes of the 21st century, but as shown from a fairy tale and Disney-ish world. Although it is a very vulgar comedy at times, there is also a tragic side to the story and many moments of fear, hatred, love and suffering. The book is mostly about gay marriage and the love story between Princess Mary and Salem the Witch. As a fan of horror, I enjoyed reading the book on my iPad Jigger, but I would not recommend it for children, young teens or people offended by extreme violence and very sicko fictional characters. It is sort of like Game of Thrones meets South Park meets Beauty and the Beast. Fans of Twilight will not be amused. But then again, if you know who LM Warren is you’re not surprised.

Absolutely brilliant! This book blends fantasy, humor, satire, horror, and many other themes into a devilishly witty and beautifully written twist on the Disney-esque love story. Certainly not for children or the faint of heart, this yarn provides entertainment as well as important social commentary that are completely relevant and thought provoking. The author shows true range and well developed chops with crisp writing, thoughtful imagery and excellent character development. The story is compelling enough to make it a page turner and, at times, raunchy and shocking enough to establish a train wreck or deer-caught-in-headlights effect. Thumbs up on this book! I look forward to future offerings from this author, especially in the “End of the Magical Kingdom” series!!!