Questions and Answers
What takes place in a world that does not/cannot exist?
What does Jude lose from the prologue to Chapter 2?
Her innocence
About how old are Jude and Taryn?
17
Where does Madoc take Jude and Taryn to live?
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Who helps Jude get ready for court in Chapter 1?
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What kind of creature is Tatterfell?
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What does Jude have to put on her eyes that gives her 'true sight'?
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What does the stinging ointment help Jude do?
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What does Jude wear around her neck and why?
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Why do humans turn their stockings inside out in Faerie?
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What does Jude want to be?
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What can humans do that fairies can't?
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Are Jude and Taryn twins?
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How are Jude and Taryn related to Vivi?
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How is Vivi different from Jude and Taryn?
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Who is Madoc?
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Does Vivi hate Madoc?
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Who is Madoc's wife?
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Who is Oriana and Madoc's only kid together?
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What kind of creatures are fairies?
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Who is Prince Balekin and what circle does he belong to?
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What do the people in the Circle of Grackles live by?
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What circle does Princess Elowyn belong to?
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What do the people of the Circle of Larks care about?
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Princess Elowyn was the second born.
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What is the name of the circle Prince Dain is a part of?
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Who are the mean kids? (Prince Cardan's friends)
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What is Vivi's girlfriend's name?
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What circle does Jude wish she could be in?
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What does Dain ask Jude to be for him?
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What does Bambleweft sew in Jude's dress without anyone knowing?
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Why does Jude give Taryn the fabric she wanted?
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Study Notes
Fantasy Concepts
- Fantasy refers to settings in worlds that are entirely fictional and cannot exist in reality.
- Magical realism involves magical elements in an otherwise real-world setting; this term does not apply to "The Cruel Prince."
Jude's Character Development
- Jude loses her innocence early in the story, shaping her character arc.
- At 17 years old, Jude pursues her dreams of becoming a knight and fighter.
Setting and Background
- Jude and her sister Taryn are taken to live in the realm of Faerie by Madoc.
- Tatterfell, an imp, assists Jude in preparing for court events, highlighting the presence of magical beings in her life.
Magical Elements
- Jude uses stinging ointment to gain "true-sight," allowing her to see through glamours.
- Rowan berries are worn by Jude around her neck to resist faerie enchantments.
- Human practices in Faerie, such as turning stockings inside out, are done to avoid being misled by magical creatures.
Relationships
- Jude and Taryn are twins, while Vivi is their half-sister, being part faerie.
- Madoc, who killed their parents, presents a complex character as both a murderer and storyteller, influencing the sisters' lives.
- Vivi harbors strong resentment towards Madoc, maintaining her vow to hate him.
Faerie Society and Politics
- Fairies are categorized as twilight creatures, differing significantly from humans.
- Prince Balekin belongs to the Circle of Grackles, known for their selfishness and desire for pleasure at others' expense.
- Princess Elowyn is part of the Circle of Larks, which values art, being the second born in her family.
- Prince Dain belongs to the Circle of Falcons, consisting of knights and strategists; Jude aspires to join this circle.
Key Characters and Dynamics
- Jude interacts with mean kids associated with Prince Cardan: Valerian, Locke, and Nicasia.
- Vivi’s girlfriend is named Heather, reflecting themes of love and relationships among the characters.
- Dain recognizes Jude’s unique position as a human who cannot lie and recruits her as a spy for strategic purposes.
Subtle Details and Actions
- Bambleweft secretly sews pockets into Jude's dress for her knife, emphasizing her preparedness.
- Jude prioritizes her bond with Taryn by giving up desired fabric, showcasing her caring nature, underlining familial loyalty.
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