Cinder is an enthralling introduction to The Lunar Chronicles. Cinder is the compelling heroine I love to see in fantasy lit, and Meyer weaves a politically interesting tapestry of fable intricacies. I am eagerly waiting for Scarlet to arrive so I can read the next instalment.

Tedious and overly long. There was potential in the premise but finishing it was a chore

A cute and compelling manga series. The characters are memorable and the story is one suitable for all ages. The way the characters gradually age is beautiful. I would recommend this to any shoujo fans

The selection of stories lacks the gripping narrative expected of 18th century horror. The White Wolf of the Hartz Mountains, the first instance of a female werewolf in English literature, is a gem amongst coal here, and the only take with rereadability.

Not all those who wander are lost - J.R.R. Tolkien (from All That Glitters is Not Gold)