"Beastly" is a young adult novel written by Alex Flinn. It was first published in 2007 and is a modern-day retelling of the classic fairy tale "Beauty and the Beast." The story is set in New York City and follows the life of Kyle Kingsbury, a handsome and arrogant high school student who becomes cursed and transformed into a beast by a witch.
In this contemporary adaptation, Kyle must find someone who will love him despite his appearance within two years, or he will remain a beast forever. He is given a magic mirror and a chat room where he can interact with other transformed individuals. Over the course of the novel, Kyle goes through a process of self-discovery and personal growth as he tries to find true love and break the curse.
The story touches on themes of inner beauty, the nature of love, and the consequences of one's actions. It also explores the importance of looking beyond superficial appearances to see the true character of a person.
"Beastly" has been popular among young adult readers and has been adapted into a movie released in 2011, starring Alex Pettyfer as Kyle and Vanessa Hudgens as Lindy, a character who plays a significant role in the story.
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