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Wikipedia article'The Princess and the Hound' is a young adult, fantasy novel written by Mette Ivie Harrison. The book was first published in 2007 by HarperCollins. Plot summaryThe story focuses on two characters, Prince George and Princess Beatrice, that have been arranged to be married. Prince George possesses a magical ability to speak with animals which is forbidden in the kingdom where he lives. Princess Beatrice has a hound that travels with her everywhere and is abused by people around her. The plot revolves around the meeting of Prince George and Princess Beatrice as they work to get to know each other. Their courtship is pressured by the illness facing Princes Georges father. It is revealed that the illness is not of natural causes and that Princess Beatrice has been enchanted. ReceptionCritical reaction to 'The Princess and the Hound' was generally positive. Critics have called the novel "a well-crafted novel that everyone can enjoy" and "original and innovative." Kirkus Reviews considered the book: "Not for readers who want fast pacing or strong action, but still a well-told tale." ThemesIn, author and critic, Orson Scott Card's analysis of 'The Princess and the Hound' he said:
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