Janet Stevens's retelling of 'The Princess and the Pea' is a humorous and beautifully illustrated version of the classic fairy tale. It tells the story of a young woman who arrives at a castle during a storm, claiming to be a real princess. To test her claim, the queen places a single pea under a huge pile of mattresses. The tale playfully explores what makes someone truly royal, suggesting it might be more about sensitivity and character than fancy clothes.