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The Fairy's Mistake When a fairy's enchantments backfire in the most delightful way, two sisters discover that curses and blessings aren't always what they seem! Rosella's kind heart earns her a "gift" that becomes a prison, while her sharp-tongued sister Myrtle unexpectedly finds freedom in her supposed punishment. As the fairy Ethelinda scrambles to undo her well-intentioned magic, these sisters must learn that true worth has nothing to do with jewels, bugs, or what comes out of your mouth—and everything to do with who you really are. It's a clever, heartwarming tale that turns fairy tale logic on its head and reminds us that life's greatest rewards don't always glitter.
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Whimsical yet wistful, with orchestral enchantment and indie folk warmth. Think Florence + The Machine's ethereal mystique, Bon Iver's introspective magic, and twee indie charm. Capture the bittersweet tension between curses and blessings, where magic backfires beautifully and truth emerges softly.
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