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After her mother's death, Ella is left under the control of a cold father and, eventually, a cruel stepmother (Dame Olga) and two stepsisters (Hattie and Olive).

is a highly acclaimed young adult fantasy novel by Gail Carson Levine . Published in 1997, it serves as a creative retelling of the classic Cinderella story, uniquely explaining the protagonist's submissiveness not as a personality trait, but as a literal curse. Core Premise & Plot Ella EnchantedHD

At birth, Ella of Frell is given the "gift" of obedience by a well-meaning but misguided fairy named Lucinda. This gift is actually a dangerous curse: Ella is physically compelled to obey every command given to her, no matter how harmful, absurd, or humiliating. After her mother's death, Ella is left under

Refusing to accept her fate, the strong-willed and clever Ella embarks on a journey to find Lucinda and break the curse. Her adventures lead her to encounter ogres, giants, and elves. Core Premise & Plot At birth, Ella of