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Billionaire Fairy Tales #1-3

The Billionaire Fairy Tale Trilogy

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Once Upon a Prince
What if the women of Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and Little Mermaid, were best friends? Find out in this modern retelling of Cinderella.

Ella Taylor is a young woman with dreams as big as the city skyline. Finally, free of her evil stepmother, she has only one goal; to stay out of her clutches forever. She finds a willing ally in Dax Moore, her boss, an ambition and determined man who has put away his playboy ways to prove he is the only man to run his family’s company.

Amidst the long hours and dedication, a romance slowly blossoms, shocking and surprising them both. With the help of her friends, and Dax’s love and loyalty, Ella slowly carves a life out in the city.

But when Ella’s past threatens to unravel, all she has worked for. She must choose between the life she’s always known and the love she never imagined possible. Can she trust what she and Dax have to stand the wrath of her stepmother?

This enchanting retelling of Cinderella weaves together modern-day charm, steamy romance, and sparkling cityscapes. Reminding us that dreams can come true, even in the heart of New York City. Get ready to be swept away in a tale of love, self-discovery, and the magic that exists when two souls meet in the urban jungle.

Once Upon a Beast

Navigating the glittering world of high society and the shadowy underbelly of the city in this modern retelling of “Beauty and the Beast. ”Meet Layla Brown, a fiercely independent and intelligent young woman who is living her dream as an employee of the New York City Public Library. And Nicodemus Murphy, a brooding and enigmatic billionaire who has hidden from life and the woman he loves for years, his childhood friend, Layla. When a scandal threatens to ruin Nic’s career, he and Layla are forced to see each other again. Old wounds and unrequited love come to the surface, causing the friends to comfort their past and embark on a love neither thought was possible. Nicodemus and Layla’s bond strengthens as he battles his inner struggles, finding peace in her unconditional love. But will it last? When his past and misdeeds catch up with him, can he trust the love he and Layla have found to get through it? Or will doubt and deception keep the two lovers apart? With a rich tapestry of modern themes and steamy romance, this enchanting retelling will captivate your heart. This poignant reimagining explores the transformative power of love and the resilience of the human spirit.

Once Upon a Star

In the bustling streets of modern-day New York City, a captivating retelling of the beloved fairy tale “The Little Mermaid” unfolds.

Fate brought Aracely and Sebastian together as teenagers, but stubbornness and miscommunication kept them apart. Now, Sebastian, a famous movie star, is in New York City, with one plan in mind, to win the woman that he loves and secure the future he can only have with her. Or else.

Aracely, a brilliant resident doctor, had her heart broken once by Sebastian. She isn’t ready to let him do it again. But Sebastian is determined to prove his worth and devotion. He embarks on a quest to capture Ariel’s heart, even if it means reevaluating his own priorities.

Can Sebastian break free from the constraints of his own fame and win the heart of the remarkable Aracely? Can Aracely find the courage to embrace her own desires, or will insecurity and duty stand in her way?

This contemporary twist on a classic tale weaves its spell over New York City.

810 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 8, 2024

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MacKenzie Stowe

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MacKenzie Stowe began her love of reading and writing when she was very young. A hopeless romantic she likes to write stories about hot handsome men and the strong women who tame them. She loves her boyfriend, chocolate, wine and her animals but not always in that order. She is happily living in Sunny Southern California as she thinks up her next romantic story

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Profile Image for Merry Jelks-Emmanuel.
14k reviews156 followers
October 17, 2024
This billionaire fairy tale trilogy has three stories that gives a modern retake on fairy tales that I loved from long ago. My favorites are," Once Upon a Prince" and " Once Upon a Beast". In the first story, " Once Upon a Prince", This modern retake of Cinderella had me all caught up in Ella and Dax. She gets a job by his father, but Dax doesn't think she is up to it. When she proves him wrong it takes their relationship in an entirely different direction. Will these two get their chance for a happily ever after.
In my other favorite, Once Upon a Beast", an inspiring retelling of "Beauty and the Beast", Layla and Nicodemus are childhood friends, and he has been in love with her forever. He has hidden his feelings and his life. When a scandal threatens to ruin him, he and Layal find themselves together again. It brings about feelings from the past and the two of them finally dealing with them. Will this time around have him and Layla getting their chance for happiness.

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4,735 reviews144 followers
October 22, 2024
The Billionaire Fairytale Trilogy by McKenzie Stowe in my opinion is a well written SwoonWorthy Read for those in their late teens and early adulthood. There were a lot of things in this book that I found unbelievable but know when I was younger I would’ve eaten it up. So I am not saying the book is bad I am just saying for more adult discerning readers or at least for myself there was too much fairytale in the fairytale if you know what I’m saying. I found the positions these three friends had were far above where they would’ve been had this been steeped in real life with the exception of the first book in the nepotism but I’m not going to get into details what I will say as what I’ve already said I read all three and I did enjoyed them but that was just too much and that in my opinion was unbelievable but would be great for those who are younger.

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2,194 reviews16 followers
October 19, 2024
The Billionaire Fairy Tale Trilogy box set is an engaging escape into modern day versions of time and true classics that have been reimagined into these intriguing stories of billionaires, best friends, family, humor, second chances, emotion, spice, intrigue, and love that plays out amidst the skyscrapers in the city that never sleeps.
All the stories are well written with nicely crafted characters and storylines that will provide hours of enjoyable reading. Having read them individually when first released it was a pleasure revisiting again in this now binge worthy all in one sitting set.

Once Upon a Prince Ella/Dax
Once Upon a Beast Layla/Nicodemus
Once Upon a Star Aracely/Sebastian.

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363 reviews2 followers
October 21, 2024
Fairytales like you’ve never heard before.
These are three very different versions of childhood fairytales. As an adult if you’re wondering what really happened you should read on because all the details are here.
Once Upon A Star.
Awesome. They grew up together and he broke her heart. And now Sebastian is back to claim the woman he loves. Aracley has been there done that and is not going to let it happen again. Sebastian is willing to do anything for her even if it means reevaluating his life. But, will it be enough?.

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176 reviews4 followers
July 18, 2025
I absolutely loved this series. I loved the modern twist on the fairy tales and how it incorporated elements from the stories we grew up with. I loved the characters and couldn't put the series down. Each book follows a different fairytale, so they can be read out of order. This is the second series I have read by Mackenzie Stowe. I started with her Easton Firefighter trilogy, and I am excited to read more. If you like billionaire romance, then this is for you.
This is more for 18+ readers as there is some content that may not be suitable for some readers.
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4,945 reviews
October 22, 2024
The stories were already great separately. But now in a collection it is also wonderful to read and one after the other. Each book has its own set and is full of romance, laughter, humor. Second chances, tension, sadness and enough passion and steam. The stories keep you glued to your book. Great writing style and recommended to read.



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761 reviews4 followers
July 20, 2025
The Billionaire Fairy Tales by MacKenzie is a wonderful retelling fairy tales fantasy. Shiloh James and Jim Catapano did a fantastic job with the narration, and brings the story to life. The story is entertaining, interesting, engaging, enjoyable, romantic, humorous, heartwarming and more. There are three different stories. All three princess are friends. Highly recommend.

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1,201 reviews
October 27, 2024
This is an entertaining trilogy where fairytales are retold in an interesting way. The storyline is intriguing and grabs your attention from the start and holds you to the end. The characters are well written as the fairytale is depicted in a new way.I enjoyed this trilogy.

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353 reviews3 followers
October 31, 2024
This is the trilogy of the Billionaire Fairytale.. This book brings to life the fairytales and friends. It seems to show them getting away from their enemies and enjoying life in the present. I like the idea that I didn’t have to wait to read what was next.

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2,804 reviews7 followers
August 11, 2025
Love fairy tales? We have three stories, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, and The Little Mermaid. I think you will really enjoy listening to these remaking into something different, but still the same in ways.

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338 reviews
September 29, 2024
~ Modern Fairytale Retelling ~

Steamy romantic trilogy with plenty of heat, laughter, love, and guaranteed HEAs for these modern day princesses

Books Included:
~ Once Upon a Prince
~ Once Upon a Beast
~ Once Upon a Star
Profile Image for Summer Stanley.
818 reviews2 followers
July 27, 2025
I like how these adaptations of classic stories brought them into Corporate 'America'. Each of these friends get their fairytale endings even though the roads there are bumpy.

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944 reviews5 followers
July 27, 2025
This is a collection of three tales of friends. I like that there is a cross over of characters in each book. The story pulls you in and holds until the happy ever after.

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92 reviews2 followers
July 29, 2025
This is not super fairy tale based, but it is amazing to listen to the narrators were awesome. This kept me completely entertained!.

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541 reviews3 followers
August 7, 2025
I really enjoyed listening to this book. It’s a great audiobook and I love the three books combined together. They’re wonderful and I really enjoyed the narration of each one.

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41 reviews
August 1, 2025
Enjoyed listening to this series. Narration is wonderful. Would definitely recommend. Contains spice.

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425 reviews5 followers
October 27, 2025
This trilogy is a must-read! The story is captivating, and the characters are so well-developed; they truly feel real.

The narrator does an amazing job bringing the story to life, making the audiobook an unforgettable experience.

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