Disney Twisted Tales Series Review

The Disney Twisted Tales Collection of books includes all the Disney stories and fairytales you love, with a twist. What if Rapunzel’s hair has dangerous powers? Or if Arthur’s true love Guinevere is the granddaughter of Mad Madame Mim? What if Belle’s mother is the enchantress that cursed the Beast’s castle? In this post we’re sharing the Disney Books Twisted Tale Series List in order, Authors, and a synopsis and review of the Twisted Tales books so far. No matter which twisted tales book you want to read you’re sure to find adventure, and familiar characters in each.

Written for teens and tweens, these Disney Books usually involve a mystery, a problem to solve, and strong female and male characters that are a great example of how to be human. You will find lessons in friendship, communication, sticking up for what’s important and helping others in these books. Add some magic, shocking twists and turns, a little romance and a lesson, and you may just want to read them all!

Disney Twisted Tales Authors

The twisted tales collection is written by multiple authors, who all have amazing books they’ve written outside of the series. As such, we thought we’d share the authors behind these amazing twisted tales, so that you can explore more of their writing.

Liz Braswell

Liz Braswell spent her childhood reading fairy tales, dreaming, and going on adventures. She’s the author of The Nine Lives of Chloe King and tons of other magical stories. You can learn more about Liz on her website at www.lizbraswell.com

Elizabeth Lim

With several series titles, Elizabeth Lim writes stories with strong female characters, and often a sword in hand. Inspired by fairytales, and folklore, you’ll recognize stories within stories in her fantasy novels. Check out all of Elizabeth’s Lim’s books on her website at www.elizabethlim.com

Jen Calonita

If you haven’t read Jean Calonita’s Fairy Tale Reform School series, it’s time to catch up! Perfect for middle grade and tween readers this series can get addicting! And if you love the idea of fairy tales with a twist, be sure to check out all her Disney Twisted Tales. You can find Jen’s newest books, events and more at www.jencalonitaonline.com 

Farrah Rochon

Disney Twisted Tale Author Farrah Rochon is a New York Times Bestselling Author and writes both for kids and adults. She has written several romance series, with some even centered around football! Catch up with all of Farrah’s books at www.farrahrochon.com

Mari Mancusi

Writing children’s and teen books, Mari Mancusi is the author of New Dragon City, among other dragon tales…and some stories without dragons too. You can learn more about Mari and all her books at www.marimancusi.com.

Keala Kendall

Keala Kendall is the Native Hawaiian author of How Far I’ll Go. Born in Hawaiʻi, she now lives as a part of the Hawaiian diaspora in Los Angeles with her partner and their dog, Mele. Keep tabs on Keala on her website here. www.kealakendall.com.

Disney Twisted Tales Book Series in Order

If you’re anything like us, when you find a series you like, you want to read them all! As such we’ve rounded up the Disney twisted tales series list. If you’re looking for the Disney Twisted Tales in Order, then look no further. Check out the whole series of fairy tales, featuring the characters you know and love in all sorts of new stories!

1. A Whole New World by Liz Braswell (Sept 2015) Aladdin
2. Once Upon a Dream by Liz Braswell (Apr 2016) Sleeping Beauty
3. As Old As Time by Liz Braswell (Sept 2016) Beauty and the Beast
4. Reflection by Elizabeth Lim (March 2018) Mulan
5. Part of Your World by Liz Braswell (Sept 2018) The Little Mermaid
6. Mirror, Mirror by Jen Calonita (Apr 2019) Snow White
7. Conceal, Don’t Feel by Jen Calonita (Oct 2019) Frozen
8. Straight on Till Morning by Liz Braswell (Feb 2020) Peter Pan
9. So This is Love by Elizabeth Lim (Apr 2020) Cinderella
10. Unbirthday by Liz Braswell (Sept 2020) Alice in Wonderland
11. Go the Distance by Jen Calonita (Apr 2021) Hercules
12. What Once Was Mine by Liz Braswell (Sept 2021) Tangled
13. Almost There by Farrah Rochon (Sept 2022) The Princess and the Frog
14. When You Wish Upon A Star by Elizabeth Lim (April 4, 2023) Pinocchio
15. Set in Stone by Mari Mancusi (July 1, 2023) Sword in the Stone
16. Suddenly Super by Jen Calonita (September 1, 2023) The Incredibles
17. Fate Be Changed by Farrah Rochon (April 2, 2024) Brave
18. Princess of Thieves by Mari Mancusi ( September 5, 2024) Robin Hood
19. Sally’s Lament by Mari Mancusi (October 8, 2024) Nightmare Before Christmas
20. Be Prepared by Farrah Rochon ( December 1, 2024) The Lion King
21. Cruel Truth by Jen Calonita ( May 1, 2025) 101 Dalmatians
22. How Far I’ll Go by Keala Kendall ( September 2, 2025) Moana

A Whole New World | Aladdin Disney Twisted Tale

What if Aladdin had never found the lamp? Aladdin is a street rat. There’s really no getting around that. Like most, he’s just trying to survive another day in impoverished Agrabah. Jasmine is a princess, one who is about to enter into an arranged marriage. All she wants is to escape her fate, to see what lies beyond the palace walls. But everything changes when the sultan’s trusted advisor, Jafar, suddenly rises to power. With the help of an ancient lamp, Jafar becomes determined to break the laws of magic and gain control over love and death.

Once Upon a Dream | Sleeping Beauty Disney Twisted Tale

What if Sleeping Beauty never woke up? After binding her soul to the curse, Maleficent now lives on through Princess Aurora’s dreams, controlling the princess and everyone asleep with her. For Aurora to break the curse, she must find a way to control her dreams and defeat the evil fairy within them. But as Maleficent’s agents follow her every move, Aurora struggles to discover who her true allies are and, moreover, who she truly is. Time is running out. Will the sleeping beauty be able to wake herself up?

As Old as Time | Beauty and the Beast Disney Twisted Tale

What if Belle’s mother cursed the beast? Belle is a lot of things: smart, resourceful, restless. She longs to escape her poor provincial town for good. She wants to explore the world, despite her father’s reluctance to leave their little cottage in case Belle’s mother returns — a mother she barely remembers. Belle also happens to be the captive of a terrifying, angry beast. And that is her primary concern. But when Belle touches the Beast’s enchanted rose, intriguing images flood her mind — images of the mother she believed she would never see again. Stranger still, she sees that her mother is a beautiful Enchantress who cursed the Beast, his castle, and all its inhabitants. Shocked and confused, Belle must work with the Beast to unravel a dark mystery about their families that was twenty-one years in the making.

Reflection | Mulan Disney Twisted Tale

What if Mulan had to travel to the Underworld? When Captain Shang is mortally wounded by Shan Yu in battle, Mulan must travel to the Underworld, Diyu, in order to save him from certain death. But King Yama, the ruler of Diyu, is not willing to give Shang up easily. With the help of Shang’s great lion guardian ShiShi, Mulan must traverse Diyu to find Shang’s spirit, face harrowing obstacles, and leave by sunrise–or become King Yama’s prisoner forever. Moreover, Mulan is still disguised as the soldier called Ping, wrestling with the decision to reveal her true identity to her closest friend. Will Mulan be able to save Shang before it’s too late? Will he ever be able to trust her again? Or will she lose him–and be lost in the Underworld–forever?

Part of your World | Little Mermaid Disney Twisted Tale

What if Ariel had never defeated Ursula? It’s been five years since the infamous sea witch defeated the little mermaid . . . and took King Triton’s life in the process. Ariel is now the voiceless queen of Atlantica, while Ursula runs Prince Eric’s kingdom on land. But when Ariel discovers that her father might still be alive, she finds herself returning to a world—and a prince—she never imagined she would see again.

Conceal Don’t Feel | Frozen Disney Twisted Tale

What if Anna and Elsa never knew each other? As the future Queen of Arendelle, Princess Elsa’s life is full of expectation and responsibility—not to mention, questions. What type of ruler will she be? When will she have to pick a suitor? And why has she always harbored the feeling that some critical piece of herself is missing. But when mysterious powers begin to reveal themselves, Elsa starts to remember fragments of her childhood that seem to have been erased—pieces that include a very familiar-looking girl. Determined to fill the void she has always felt, Elsa must take a harrowing journey across her icy kingdom to undo a terrible curse… and find the missing Princess of Arendelle.

Conceal Don’t Feel Review

As with all the books in the A Twisted Tale series these novels take a story we all know, like Frozen, and mixes things up a bit. This tale follows Elsa, unaware of her powers, and Anna living in a village with foster parents. We love that our favorite characters, Kristoff and Sven, are still along for the ride in this story. We hate that Elsa has to learn parts of her story alone! And we still despise Hans for being a complete jerk. There were a lot of secrets revealed in this book, and a lot of things we questioned. So we made up some book club discussion questions to fetter out the feelings! Want to chat through this tale with your friends? Grab the Conceal Don’t Feel Twisted Tale Book Club questions! 

Straight on Till Morning | Peter Pan Disney Twisted Tale

What if Wendy first traveled to Neverland . . . with Captain Hook? Sixteen-year-old Wendy Darling’s life is not what she imagined it would be. The doldrums of an empty house after her brothers have gone to school, the dull parties where everyone thinks she talks too much, and the fact that her parents have decided to send her away to Ireland as a governess—it all makes her wish things could be different. Wendy’s only real escape is in writing down tales of Never Land.

So when an opportunity to travel to Never Land via pirate ship presents itself, Wendy makes a deal with the devil. But Never Land isn’t quite the place she imagined it would be. Unexpected dangers and strange foes pop up at every turn, and a little pixie named Tinker Bell seems less than willing to help. But when Captain Hook reveals some rather permanent and evil plans for Never Land, it’s up to the two of them to save Peter Pan—and his world.

Straight on till Morning Review

What we loved about this book is that heroine role that Wendy takes on in the story. While as a character she always spoke her mind, Wendy really comes into her own as a character. As typical of any governess, she is able, and capable of making a difference and rallying the troops to save the island. Peter Pan fans will be happy to see her step easily into this role. We also loved the inside glimpse to special places in Neverland we had only before seen on the map. So many of the adventures take places in the jungle, with the lost boys.

So this is Love | Cinderella Disney Twisted Tale

What if Cinderella never tried on the glass slipper? Unable to prove that she’s the missing princess, and unable to bear life under Lady Tremaine any longer, Cinderella attempts a fresh start, looking for work at the palace as a seamstress. But when the Grand Duke appoints her to serve under the king’s visiting sister, Cinderella becomes witness to a grand conspiracy to take the king—and the prince—out of power, as well as a longstanding prejudice against fairies, including Cinderella’s own Fairy Godmother. Faced with questions of love and loyalty to the kingdom, Cinderella must find a way to stop the villains of past and present . . . before it’s too late.

Unbirthday | Alice in Wonderland Disney Twisted Tale

What if Wonderland was in peril and Alice was the only one who could save it…but was running late?  In this tale, Alice is different than other eighteen-year-old ladies in Kexford, which is perfectly fine with her. She’d rather spend golden afternoons with her trusty camera or in her aunt Vivian’s lively salon, ignoring her sister’s wishes that she stop all that “nonsense” and become a “respectable” member of society. Alice is happy to meander to Miss. Yao’s teashop or to visit the children playing in the Square. She’s also interested in learning more about the young lawyer she met there, but just because she’s curious, of course, not because he was sweet and charming.

Returning to the place of nonsense from her childhood, Alice finds herself on a mission to stop the Queen of Hearts’ tyrannical rule and to find her place in both worlds. But will she able to do so . . . before the End of Time? Will the White Rabbit be able to help? Or the Queen of Clubs?

Unbirthday Review

So many twists in this new story. But thankfully with characters you mostly already know! What we loved about Unbirthday is that Alice really is just a regular girl, settled back into her own life, content with her photography and a guy she likes. It’s of course her curiosity and compassion that brings her back to Wonderland. And she takes on a whole new role to help save this land she remembers from her childhood. We love some of the messages in this book. For sometimes when we think all is lost, there is always another way. If only you believe.

Go the Distance | Hercules Disney Twisted Tale

What if Meg had to become a Greek God? After Hercules proves he’s a true hero and regains his godship, all seems right in the world. That is, until Zeus tells Meg that she can’t be with Hercules because she’s, well, mortal. Luckily, Hera has a solution, offering Meg a chance to prove herself worthy of a spot on Mt. Olympus–as a god. All Meg has to do is complete a mysterious quest.

The mission? To rescue her ex’s current wife from the Underworld. The ex-boyfriend she saved by selling her soul to Hades. The ex-boyfriend who immediately moved on to someone else while she was stuck in the Underworld. Can Meg put her past behind her and use her quick wit to defeat monsters and gods alike, including the nefarious Hades? Will she finally figure out her place and contribution to the world? Or will her fear of commitment have her running away from an eternity of godhood with Herc?

Go the Distance Review

This book picks up where the film leaves off, so it’s less than a twist and more of a continuation. Realizing she cannot join Hercules on Olympus, Meg must figure out something in order to be with her man. While Hercules does offer to become mortal and take his place on earth instead, Zeus puts the kibosh on that right away. 

Luckily Meg finds a chance to get what she wants, but she has to go to the underworld to get it. Namely, confront the woman who stole her ex! Frankly, if this doesn’t feel like a telenovela we don’t what does. With tons of drama, and sass our girl Meg is in it to win it…even if it does trigger every feeling she’s ever had about commitment. And how dare Zeus and Hera ask her to go become a god just to be with their son? See what we mean here? The DRAMA!!!

What Once was Mine | Tangled Disney Twisted Tale

What if Rapunzel’s mother drank a potion from the wrong flower? Desperate to save the life of their queen and her unborn child, the good people of Corona search for the all-healing Sundrop flower to cure her—but mistakenly acquire the shimmering Moondrop flower instead. Nonetheless, it heals the queen, and she delivers a healthy baby girl with hair as silver and gray as the moon. With it comes dangerous magical powers: the power to hurt, not heal. For her safety and the safety of the kingdom, Rapunzel is locked in a tower and put under the care of powerful goodwife, Mother Gothel.

Almost There | Princess and the Frog Disney Twisted Tale

What if Tiana made a deal that changed everything? Sometimes, life in the Big Easy is tough. No one knows that better than Tiana, though she also believes that hard work can go a long way. But when the notorious Dr. Facilier backs her into a corner, she has no other choice but to accept an offer that will alter the course of her life in an instant.

Soon Tiana finds herself in a new reality where all her deepest desires are realized—she finally gets her restaurant, her friends are safe and sound, and most miraculous of all, her beloved father is still alive. She’s got everything she’s ever wanted. . . . But after a while, her hometown grows increasingly eerie, with new threats cropping up from unlikely places. Navigating through this strange new New Orleans, Tiana must work alongside Naveen and Charlotte to set things right—or risk losing everything she holds dear.

When you Wish Upon a Star | Pinocchio Disney Twisted Tale

What if the Blue Fairy wasn’t supposed to help Pinocchio? The Blue Fairy isn’t supposed to grant wishes in the small village of Pariva, but something about this one awakens some long-buried flicker within. Perhaps it’s the hope she senses beneath the old man’s loneliness. Or maybe it’s the fact that long ago, before she was the Blue Fairy, she was a young woman named Chiara from this very village, one with a simple wish: to help others find happiness.

Set in Stone | Sword in the Stone Disney Twisted Tale

What if Arthur wasn’t supposed to be king? Having pulled the sword from the stone, scrawny Arthur has gone from washing dishes to sitting on the throne at Camelot Castle. What he doesn’t know is that the scheming witch, Madam Mim, used her magic to help Arthur free the sword, believing the boy would be easy to control once he was made king. When Arthur proves more capable than she imagined, Mim sends her foster daughter, Guinevere, to put Arthur back in his right place washing dishes. But Arthur and Guinevere discover Mims manipulations and forge an unlikely friendship. As they search for a way to outwit Mim and unite the kingdom, they realize that no ones fate is set in stone. What if Arthur wasn’t supposed to be king?

Suddenly Super | The Incredibles Disney Twisted Tale

What if Violet became an agent of Syndrome? After using her powers at a party she didn’t want to be at, Violet Parr is grounded … indefinitely. Now her neighbour that smells like liquorice is coming to babysit her, Dash and Jack-Jack, since her mum needs to go help her dad at a conference. But the lady at the door the next day is not Mrs Caruso … but a young lady named Mirage.

Mirage has been sent to protect the Parr children from the danger that their parents are entangled with. So when Violet is given the chance to help Mirage’s boss, Syndrome, and protect her brothers, she jumps at the opportunity. But as the mission unfolds, Violet feels that something is amiss. Are Mirage and Syndrome really who they say they are?

Fate Be Changed | Brave Disney Twisted Tale

What if the Witch gave Merida a Different Spell? Determined to chart her own path, Merida follows magical wisps to a witch’s cottage, where she is given a magic pastry and promised it will incite “a great transformation” in her mother. But instead of feeding Elinor the pastry, Merida eats it herself. Merida awakens in the past, a now-teenage Elinor holding a knife to her throat and accusing her of espionage. She’s been transported to a time when the Clans MacCameron and DunBroch are bitter enemies. And it just so happens that the timing of Merida’s arrival has kept Elinor and Fergus from meeting.

Princess of Thieves | Robin Hood Disney Twisted Tale

What if Maid Marian was the real outlaw? Returning from an extended trip abroad, Maid Marian finds that not much about her beloved England remains the same. Her best friend, Robin, has been banished; her beloved uncle, King Richard, is dead; and the village of Nottingham and its citizens have been impoverished by taxes. With the help of her lady’s maid, Lady Kluck, Marian decides to take matters into her own paws. She is determined to help all the villagers while also solving the mystery surrounding her uncle’s death. Deep in the woods, she finds Robin and his Merry Men. Will they help Marian with her plan or leave her and Lady Kluck to forge ahead on their own?

Sally’s Lament | Nightmare Before Christmas Disney Twisted Tale

What if Sally discovered Christmas Town? Sally has mostly loved her creepy hometown of Halloween Town. But lately, she can’t help but want something more. In a place full of the frightening, you’d think living in the shadows wouldn’t feel so . . . isolating. Determined to find a solution for herself and Jack, Sally follows a vision that could be the key to changing their fates.

Be Prepared | The Lion King Disney Twisted Tale

What if Nala was compelled to team up with Scar for a secret mission? In this twisted tale featuring characters from the beloved Disney classic The Lion King, see the characters you know and love in a different light as you venture across the Pride Lands to save Pride Rock!

Cruel Truth | 101 Dalmatians Disney Twisted Tale

What if Anita and Cruella were best friends? It’s 1953, and teenage Anita Weatherby and her family have just moved to a booming postwar London. Stella De Vil is haughty and aloof—but surprises everyone by taking an immediate liking to Anita. Swept into the luxurious world of Stella’s highend family fashion label, Anita soon finds herself the anticipated star of the House of De Vil’s next fashion show, where she’ll be modelling a family heirloom, the Weatherby diamond, and walking the catwalk with two adorable Dalmatian puppies to raise awareness for a local animal shelter. But when disaster strikes and the Weatherby diamond goes missing, Anita will have to decide whom she can trust before her life goes to the dogs.

How Far I’ll Go | Moana Disney Twisted Tale

What if Moana broke the Heart of Te Fiti? After a devastating battle with Te Kā, Moana’s worst fears are realized: the Heart of Te Fiti is in ruins, Maui is frozen in volcanic rock, and darkness threatens to envelop her beloved home. Desperate to fix things, Moana stumbles upon an island already crumbling under the blight. All life is gone, save one sole survivor—a young woman named Noe.

Moana is relieved to find another wayfarer, even if this stranger is more than a little intimidating. Better still, Noe has an idea how to fix the Heart: using the Tears of Te Fiti, gems infused with the goddess’ essence. The catch? The Tears are said to be scattered throughout the Realm of Monsters.

Disney Twisted Tales Book Reviews

There you have it! everything you need to know about the Disney Twisted Tales Collection so far! Whether you’re searching for the Disney Twisted Tale Series Books in Order, or want to get a feel for the stories in each book, we hope this post has helped you learn more about the series. If you love fairytales and want a familiar story, with a bit of a twist, then these books are perfect for you. Enjoy!