Losing her gravity, a princess floats in the air to the distress of her parents. She finds it great fun, laughing constantly, though she must be protected from floating away. Eventually, she discovers a lake, where she can swim freely and safely. One day, a prince finds her. Caring for her deeply, he does something kind that changes her life forever.

The Light Princess is a short, hilarious, witty, and, toward the end, serious book. The author tells a story about love and redemption that is both delightful and moving.