Thistle Princess could be a great read for parents struggling with overprotectiveness. This beautifully illustrated book tells the story of a thistle who offers to become the baby of a king and queen who are unable to have one of their own. While the king and queen are delighted with their little thistle princess, they become overprotective, and their love soon turns into a trap for the young thistle. Parents can use this book as a tool to understand the fine line between love and overprotection, and the damage the latter can cause.

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In the royal garden, only little thistle knows why the king and queen look so sad. She offers herself to be their hearts' a baby. The king and queen are delighted, but their concern for the safety of their precious child grows. Will their overprotective love destroy her?

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