This is exactly the kind of book you want your kid to discover and devour. Ursula Vernon (who also writes as T. Kingfisher for adults) brings genuine wit and creativity to what could have been a tired 'strong princess' premise.

Harriet isn't just 'not like other princesses'—she's a fully realized character who happens to think palace life is boring and adventure sounds way better. The invincibility angle is brilliant: instead of waiting around to be rescued from a curse, she uses it as a license to take risks. That's the kind of creative problem-solving we want kids to see modeled.

The graphic novel format is a huge plus for kids who are intimidated by text-heavy books, and Vernon's illustrations are charming and expressive. The humor is legitimately funny—parents won't be bored reading this aloud or having it around the house.

At 4.7 stars on Amazon and glowing reviews from Common Sense Media and parent groups, this is a solid, safe bet. It's not going to change your kid's life, but it'll entertain them, make them laugh, and maybe inspire them to think differently about what princesses (or anyone) can do. That's a win.