Moxie’s Problem
“Moxie’s Problem” offers a refreshingly original take on the Arthurian legends, presenting a parallel universe version of Camelot filled with witty humor and creative reimaginings. The story follows Moxie, an obnoxious teenage princess who has led an extremely sheltered life until she is sent to meet her betrothed, escorted by the knights Percivale, Gareth, and Bors.
As Moxie ventures out into the real world for the first time, she is stunned by how different it is from the castle, with the knights ignoring her demands and expecting her to rough it. This forces the spoiled princess to confront her lack of life skills and independence. When she rejects her betrothed, Moxie embarks on a journey of self-discovery, deciding she wants to become queen instead of marrying.
What makes this story truly unique is Quense’s imaginative twists on Arthurian elements. Camelot engages in football matches against the Saxons, Merlin studies the “Magic of the Mind” using primitive psychology, and Stonehenge serves as a theater[1]. Even minor characters like Sir Tristan are given humorous roles writing proto-Shakespearean plays.
The misadventures of Moxie and the long-suffering knights provide consistent laughs, as the princess’s outrageous behavior and inflated sense of entitlement create constant chaos. Yet Moxie’s gradual growth makes her an unexpectedly compelling protagonist to root for. With its irreverent humor and skewed fantasy world, “Moxie’s Problem” offers an utterly delightful and one-of-a-kind coming-of-age tale.
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