5 Stars. This is a sweet story, told in rhyme which helps the story to flow well. The illustrations are simple & colorful & bring the story to life. The author has done a really good job in conveying a story that is not just about good & evil, but also about jealousy & envy. The witch doesn't like the princess because she is beautiful, as are the flowers. The witch can't stand things that are beautiful and so she acts in a mean manner. The fact that the princess finds a way to solve the problem rather than retaliate is a good life lesson in dealing with bullies.