Part-Time Princess

A young girl leads a double life - she's a regular kid by day and a princess by night. Her nighttime royal duties include attending fancy balls, riding unicorns, and dealing with dragons. During her daytime hours, she goes to school, does homework, and maintains her regular routine. She must balance these contrasting roles while keeping her princess identity hidden from everyone in her regular life. The story explores themes of identity, imagination, and the challenge of managing different responsibilities. The playful narrative suggests that magic and wonder can exist alongside everyday realities.

Parents and children respond positively to the playful day/night contrast of a girl who is both an ordinary kid and a royal problem-solver. The rhyming text flows smoothly, making it enjoyable for read-alouds. Readers appreciate: - Creative premise showing girls can be multifaceted - Fun illustrations capturing both real and fantasy elements - Empowering message about balancing responsibilities - Natural rhythm and pacing of the verses Main critiques: - Some find the story too simple/short for the price - A few note it's more focused on entertainment than deeper themes Ratings: Goodreads: 3.9/5 (1,200+ ratings) Amazon: 4.5/5 (150+ ratings) Sample review: "My daughter loves that this princess doesn't just sit around in a castle - she solves problems and helps others while still being a regular kid during the day." - Amazon reviewer Another notes: "The illustrations bring both worlds to life, though I wished for a bit more substance to the plot." - Goodreads reviewer

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🌟 The book playfully explores a young girl's double life as both an ordinary child by day and a royal problem-solver by night 👑 Author Deborah Underwood has written over 30 books for children, including the popular "Cat" series (Here Comes the Easter Cat, Here Comes Santa Cat) 🏰 The story challenges traditional princess stereotypes by featuring a protagonist who actively solves kingdom problems rather than waiting to be rescued 🌙 The nighttime adventures include practical solutions to fairy-tale problems, like using marshmallows to quiet a dragon's snoring 🎨 Illustrator Cambria Evans created whimsical artwork that shows the contrast between the main character's daytime and nighttime personas through different color palettes and styles