After losing his wife to cancer, Freddy Holmes struggles to maintain his job and keep his family together. Matters escalate when he becomes embroiled in a scandal at the hospital, which results in him losing his job. He relocates his family to Wisconsin, but in searching for a new job, he encounters trouble with some extraordinary individuals. Faced with the choice of finding a replacement or confronting imminent death, his young daughter Isabelle changes places with him. She agrees to stay for a specified period with these characters whose appearances defy logic. Isabelle is unaware that her captivity comes with unusual stipulations, but her headstrong older sister rushes in to initiate a rescue mission before she can uncover them. Expect sparks to fly in A.J. Hughes's The Beauties and Her Beast.

A.J. Hughes's stylish fairy tale romance creates a world where castles and mythical creatures coexist with airplanes and mobile phone-crazed teenagers. Hughes explains Freddy Holmes's predicament clearly and concisely, highlighting the unusual yet believable family dynamics among the children and encouraging readers to empathize with any sibling whose motivations resonate with them. The dialogue reflects world-building, transitioning from modern topics like boys and popularity contests to classic, old-world language, emphasizing the throne's succession and the kingdom's stability. The romantic subplots, in which the beastly hosts court Isabelle and her sister, offer entertaining scenarios that romance enthusiasts will thoroughly enjoy. Hughes's unique narrative style in The Beauties and Her Beast presents a refreshingly different take on an old concept that will captivate fans of fantasy, adventure, and romance.

The Beauties and Her Beast by A.J. Hughes tells the story of Freddy Holmes, who has five children and lost his wife, Angela, to cancer when his last child, Belle, was 11 years old. This loss weighed heavily on him and affected his job as a surgeon. His medical license was revoked, and he was fined $10 million for causing a patient's death. He lost everything he owned, except for his car, so he moved back to his parents' house in Meadow Lake, Wisconsin, with his children. Freddy found a job as a receptionist at a clinic with the help of his father, Luther. On his way to Green Bay, WI, he had an accident that he survived, but while trying to get help, he almost died from hypothermia. Freddy then found himself in another world where he found a castle where he sheltered, but gathered a rose bouquet for his daughter, Belle. What would be his fate after stealing from this castle, which was home to two beasts?

In The Beauties and Her Beast by A.J. Hughes, the flow of the book was natural, and I found the author's writing style to be engaging and unique. The characters were properly introduced and developed. Belle has the best personality; she is very accommodating, kind, and has a great love for her family. I was touched by Belle's decision and sacrifice to help save her father. Desiree was the character I loved reading about most. She was courageous and hardworking. All the characters had diverse traits, and this helped shape the storyline in an interesting way. I was unable to predict the plot, and this shows the author's creativity. The book is all about family, sacrifice, and love, and I would recommend it to young adults and readers who love books with a fairytale setting.