--- product_id: 5391695 title: "Ash Paperback – January 2, 2010" brand: "malinda lo" price: "€ 7.44" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 18 url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5391695-ash-paperback-january-2-2010 store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Ash Paperback – January 2, 2010 **Brand:** malinda lo **Price:** € 7.44 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Ash Paperback – January 2, 2010 by malinda lo - **How much does it cost?** € 7.44 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5391695-ash-paperback-january-2-2010) ## Best For - malinda lo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted malinda lo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Ash Paperback – January 2, 2010 - Image 1](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51mB-gCzEDL.jpg) ![Ash Paperback – January 2, 2010 - Image 2](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31vqrr677YL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Your favorite fairytale with a twist *by N***Z on Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2009* Ash is a retelling of Cinderella. After her father's unexpected death, Ash is at the mercy of her cruel stepmother. Because of her father's debts, her stepmother puts her to work as housemaid. Her only joy comes from rereading the fairy tales that her mother once told her of. In her dreams, someday the faeries will steal her away, as they are said to do. When she meets the dark and dangerous fairy Sidhean, she believes that her wish may be granted.Then one day she meets Kaisa, the King's Huntress, and her heart begins to change. Instead of chasing faerie tales, Ash and Kaisa form a friendship. They continually find excuses to see one another and eventually Kaisa teaches Ash to hunt. Though their friendship is delicate, it reawakens in Ash feelings that have long been dormant.... her capacity to love-and her desire to live. But when Sidhean claims Ash for his own, she must make a choice between fairy tale dreams and true love.My first impression of this book was woah... Ash is in love with another woman!?! But after my initial shock (I tend to not read book descriptions and just jump right in - my fault really), I was sucked into a world that was very unique and refreshing.Now I must confess, there were some things I really didn't enjoy about this story. For one, I was confused about Sidhean's role in all this... I mean yes, I was thinking faerie godmother, pretty dress, ball... and yea, it did have to do with that, but he was obviously much more than that since he coveted Ash for himself. Then there was Ash's relationship with Kaisa. I enjoyed how it slowly grew into more than just a friendship. My only complaint with it was that at no point did you truly feel Ash's need for either Kaisa or Sidhean. I had mixed emotions about them (and maybe that's what Ms. Lo was going for) I'm not sure, but I felt just as confused as Ash did. Not to mention, the stepmother, the prince, the stepsisters and all... it was just a bit overwhelming for me.With that said, my favorite parts were Ash's retelling of the folk faerie tales. I loved reading them and to me these were the most vivid and colorful parts of the book. Ms. Lo has a knack for details - I basically felt as if I were traipsing through the forest after midnight. The descriptions were so detailed were you could almost feel the grass at your feet and the dew in the air... it was lovely really. I also have to give it major kudos for its uniqueness.All in all, although not a favorite, I would still recommend this to anyone who likes a new version of this classic fairytale. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Malinda Lo has a way of weaving a subtle magic throughout the pages the slowly unfolds before you even realize it is happening. *by B***A on Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2018* Bestill my bookish heart Malinda Lo! While Ash was not without a few minor challenges, it accomplished something I rarely encounter, and that was a queer protagonist portrayed in the most natural and beautiful manner. I am so thankful to have included this retelling among my current Pride Month reading (which has been fantastic and will be carrying over into July ❤ ).The skinny..This is a Cinderella reimagining that begins like most with the death of the Ash’s father, leaving her to reside with a heartless stepmother. Her only means of escaping her unfortunate circumstances happen to be found within the fairy tales passed on by her mother. But when Ash finds herself in the company of a real fairy, Sidhean, it seems she may have found an answer to her problems as he claims her for his own. However, an encounter and unlikely relationship with the King’s Huntress Kaisa soon stirs a desire for love and life within Ash that she thought all but gone. Now she will have to choose between the dreams that she has always escaped to and possibly true love.“For in the depths of grief, sometimes one cannot tell the difference between illusion and reality.”What I appreciate.. (aka reasons to fall in love with Ash)As I mentioned above, perhaps the most shining aspect of Ash is that it beautifully explores and captures a queer protagonist in the most natural, subtle way. Ash’s sexuality is not described or thrown to the forefront of the story, it just simply is. And that is why it works incredibly well.The prose is simplistic at times yet fluid, guiding the reader on a seamless journey that unfolds with great ease.While at times feeling almost one dimensional, the characters were still highly successful in achieving their roles. I mourned for Ash with her losses and her anger was viable. The wicked stepmother was just that, and the heavier fae elements melded wonderfully into the Cinderella theme.Malinda Lo has successfully incorporated the themes of loss and grief that have always been a part of this timeless tale but often lost in the romance and magic of it all. I admired the more realistic and raw approach that held true to these aspects of the story.One of the more gratifying conclusions I have encountered in some time!“To charge someone with love is a great responsibility; there will be an equal yet unexpected reaction.”Challenges some may encounter..Ash will feel very familiar when held in comparison to the tale of Cinderella at times. Many of the original, key elements have been left in place.The pacing slows during brief periods due to decreased dialog and some may struggle with the lack of depth in many characters.There are heavy themes of loss and grief throughout.In the end, Ash won me over and easily made its way into my favorite Cinderella retellings. With a protagonist that fell elegantly into the underlying themes, I found myself enchanted. Malinda Lo has a way of weaving a subtle magic throughout the pages the slowly unfolds before you even realize it is happening.☕Savor over a nice cup of your favorite hibiscus or herbal brew.☕ ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A beautiful retelling *by K***Y on Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2018* What a gorgeous book.ASH has been sitting on my list of "books I really want to read" for a while now, but I had never gotten around to purchasing it. I was pleasantly surprised then when it popped up as an option for a class assignment. And am I ever glad this is one that I went with.I'd heard good things about Malinda Lo's work and I was not disappointed. ASH is beautifully written and flows wonderfully the entire time. It holds on to that magical quality that a fairy tale needs, but comes away a bit more that. Simple, yes. This story is not one with deep characters or multiple intriguing plot twists. But it holds true to the feel of the tale it pulls from, and I think that's more important. It is a retelling, after all.The story of Ash, Sidhean, and Kaisa was one I wasn't prepared to love as much as I did. But by the end of the book, I felt like I had walked away truly gaining something from this story because of how their own connected. Again, they may not be complicated characters, but they are good ones.The rating system may not be perfect, but I do truly believe this book deserves five stars for its prose and the way it approaches not only the story, but its messages as well. I'm so glad I read this sooner rather than letting it sit on my list for ages, I just wish that I had gotten to it even sooner. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5391695-ash-paperback-january-2-2010](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/5391695-ash-paperback-january-2-2010) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*