Beastly is a modern retelling of the Beauty and the Beast fairy tale, written by Alex Flinn. This young adult novel follows the story of Kyle Kingsbury, a popular and arrogant teenager who is transformed into a hideous beast by a witch. In order to break the curse, Kyle must find someone to love him as he is, despite his monstrous appearance. Through this journey, he learns valuable lessons about inner beauty, compassion, and the true meaning of love. Beastly is a heartwarming and thought-provoking tale that explores themes of self-acceptance and the power of redemption.