When reality and fantasy merged: A magical realism perspective in A Kiss for Cinderella

Abstract

A Kiss for Cinderella is a literary work whose narrative combines elements of reality and fantasy, reflecting the
characteristics of magical realism. Magical realism is essential in "A Kiss for Cinderella," as it intertwines reality
and fantasy, making the extraordinary feel ordinary. The narrative centers on a young woman enduring difficulty,
who finds solace in a dreamlike realm inspired by the Cinderella fairy tale. The novel tells the story of a young
woman who experiences hardship while escaping to a dream world inspired by the fairy tale of Cinderella.
Through the dream world that she creates, she not only escapes from the harsh reality, but also builds an inner
space where she finds meaning, magnificence, and the strength to survive. This study is conducted by reading
carefully and thoroughly to the text, and then begin to isolate the part which shows how magical realism exists in
the text of the play. This study also highlights how the fusion of real and imagined elements deepens the emotional
and thematic impact of the play. This article explores how the interaction between imagination and reality shapes
the story's themes and character development. By analyzing key scenes, we examine how magical realism is used
to blur the boundaries between the protagonist's struggles and her fantasies. By using this approach, it is hoped to
be able to deeply reveal how magical realism plays an important role and is able to strengthen the messages and
human values which are contained in the play.