Ella Merton has always had one dream-to enter fine society and meet her prince. But now, on the brink of her debut, her life has become a nightmare. Her beloved father is dead, her family is financially ruined, and her stepsisters are plotting to keep her in the kitchen. She's willing to fight for her dreams, but all her struggles are getting her nowhere Can a very un-fairy godmother, a few unexpected friends, a large, shaggy dog, and a pumpkin pie help her find her "happily ever after"-just like magic?