A succinct retelling of the story about the sensitive princess, especially notable for its rich color illustrations which are full of intricate patterns and sweeping vertical lines. The book itself is nearly 13 inches tall so that when the wakeful princess peers down from atop 20 mattresses and 20 quilts, one truly feels a sense of height. (Ages 5-9)

As a young prince nears adulthood, the Queen tells him he must find a princess bride -- but not just any princess will do. Only a true princess will satisfy his mother. The young prince searches the entire kingdom, but returns home alone and sad. Late one stormy night, a mysterious woman knocks at the castle door. She claims to be a true princess, but the Queen has her doubts. So, she concocts a clever scheme to see if the princess is the real thing.