Reign of Cinders and Glass

by Linsey Hall

Read Dates: 5/23/25 to 5/24/25

Review

This Cinderella reimagining takes a bold leap into a world full of magic, vampires, secret legacies, and rebellion—and honestly, I was here for all of it. It flips the classic fairy tale on its head in some really clever ways. For starters, Ella's infamous stepsisters? Not actually related to her, but still manage to make her life miserable. And her real sister? She’s none other than Belle—yes, that Belle—which opens the door to even more fairy tale crossovers. While Belle’s role is more of a teaser in this book, I can’t help but think her story is just getting started and might be the focus of the next installment.

Even though there’s a lot happening, it never felt too overwhelming. The plot kept me hooked with unexpected twists and juicy revelations that added depth without derailing the main story. I loved the unique spin on familiar characters and the way the worldbuilding slowly peeled back its layers. It’s the kind of story where every chapter leaves you wanting to know more. I’m already counting down the days until book two drops—I need more magic, more secrets, and definitely more of this darkly enchanting world.