(view spoiler)[This is story of how a dragon escapes after she is captured by a prince. (hide spoiler)] A prince rescues a damsel. The damsel can reme(view spoiler)[This is story of how a dragon escapes after she is captured by a prince. (hide spoiler)] A prince rescues a damsel. The damsel can remember none of her past. Somehow her memories come back to her. If you like fairy tales, stories with dragons, or tales with feminist themes (i.e. Daughters of Eve, The Group, A Doll's House), this is the book for you. Now a movie....more
4.5 stars and debating if I should give it 5. If you are a fan of Vera Brosgol's previous work, like fantasty graphic novels, or enjoy fairy tales wit4.5 stars and debating if I should give it 5. If you are a fan of Vera Brosgol's previous work, like fantasty graphic novels, or enjoy fairy tales with strong female characters, this is for you. I thought this story about Jane who sets out to find her prince had it all. Disney-like scenes - yes Poor little rich girl - yes Handsome boy - yes Magic - yes Strong message (view spoiler)[Inner beauty is worth more than outer beauty. (hide spoiler)] - yes Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advanced copy of this title. ...more
Nothing is what it seems to be in this fairy tale like world. Maud is a witch made of gingerbread or is she? Hansel and Gretel are known as wolves. WiNothing is what it seems to be in this fairy tale like world. Maud is a witch made of gingerbread or is she? Hansel and Gretel are known as wolves. Witches are good and wolves are bad or is it the other way around? Fans of stories with fairy tale settings and/or characters like The School of Good and Evil, Rump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin from the or A Path Begins will enjoy this....more
What if there were four pigs instead of three? What if only one was interested in building houses? What if one the pigs wanted to be an actor (view spWhat if there were four pigs instead of three? What if only one was interested in building houses? What if one the pigs wanted to be an actor (view spoiler)[and the third wanted to be a pumpkin (hide spoiler)]? Find out in this hybrid story that combines characters and scenes from both The Three Little Pigs and Cinderella. ...more
3,75 stars, what happens when the three billy goats gruff and the troll become part of Little Red Riding Hood's story? Those who enjoy fairy tale rete3,75 stars, what happens when the three billy goats gruff and the troll become part of Little Red Riding Hood's story? Those who enjoy fairy tale retellings will want to give this a try....more
An unusual retelling of Cinderella in which she meets seven dwarfs; Curious, Helpful, Tidy, Dreamy, Snippy, Snappy, and Choppy who are eager to help hAn unusual retelling of Cinderella in which she meets seven dwarfs; Curious, Helpful, Tidy, Dreamy, Snippy, Snappy, and Choppy who are eager to help her go to the ball. ...more
3.5 stars. In this version of The Gingerbread Man, a wolf makes the cookie to steal a key. Who or what will defeat the gingerbread man? This was a fun3.5 stars. In this version of The Gingerbread Man, a wolf makes the cookie to steal a key. Who or what will defeat the gingerbread man? This was a fun variation on a classic fairy tale!...more
3.5 stars. If you like chickens or anything by Jan Brett, you'll love this retelling of Cinderella.3.5 stars. If you like chickens or anything by Jan Brett, you'll love this retelling of Cinderella....more
(view spoiler)[A young girl is adopted by a family of bears? (hide spoiler)] If you like fractured fairy tales or wordless picture books, you'll enjoy(view spoiler)[A young girl is adopted by a family of bears? (hide spoiler)] If you like fractured fairy tales or wordless picture books, you'll enjoy this retelling of The Three Bears....more
3.75 stars, set in Cameroon. This one is better than the cover might lead you to believe. It's a delightful fairy-tale like story about a young carpen3.75 stars, set in Cameroon. This one is better than the cover might lead you to believe. It's a delightful fairy-tale like story about a young carpenter who sets off to make his way in life. What happens when a fortune teller foretells his future? Will all that the carpenter is told come to past? (view spoiler)[Sometimes wishes do come true. (hide spoiler)]...more
What is going on in the illustrations in this story? There's Red, a wolf and a bunch of other forest animals. Is it possible that the 'big bad' wolf hWhat is going on in the illustrations in this story? There's Red, a wolf and a bunch of other forest animals. Is it possible that the 'big bad' wolf has mended his ways and is working together with the other animals and Grandma to plan a surprise for Red? (view spoiler)[This is a story that redeems the wolf. (hide spoiler)]...more
Loved this new and dark retelling of The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Young readers who are looking for something a little scary will surely like this oneLoved this new and dark retelling of The Three Billy Goats Gruff. Young readers who are looking for something a little scary will surely like this one....more
8/19/24 Find out why dragons can breathe fire in this story that's also about kindness and friendship. It just might warm your heart. 9/27/22 Friendshi8/19/24 Find out why dragons can breathe fire in this story that's also about kindness and friendship. It just might warm your heart. 9/27/22 Friendship + bravery + the power of stories = this book Freya and Sylas's story will remind you a lot of a fairy tale or folktale....more
A fun retelling of the Rumplestiltskin story. Instead of Rumplestiltskin, we have Rattlestiltskin. Instead of spinning straw to gold, we have making tA fun retelling of the Rumplestiltskin story. Instead of Rumplestiltskin, we have Rattlestiltskin. Instead of spinning straw to gold, we have making tortillas that are lighter than air. Includes a smattering of Spanish words....more
Fans of fairy tales will love this story about Tién and his mother a Vietamnese immigrant who use the language of fairy tales to communicate. A very sFans of fairy tales will love this story about Tién and his mother a Vietamnese immigrant who use the language of fairy tales to communicate. A very sweet coming out story. (view spoiler)[Along with a nun and the priest at his local school, Tién's family and friends are loving and supportive. (hide spoiler)] Give this one to tweens and teens who enjoyed Raina Telgemeier's Drama, who devour graphic novels or who are fans of fairy tales....more
Family secrets, - Alice's Mom Ella is hiding something from her, what could it be? Why are they on the move? Why has Alice never met her grandmother AFamily secrets, - Alice's Mom Ella is hiding something from her, what could it be? Why are they on the move? Why has Alice never met her grandmother Althea Proserpine, a reclusive one-hit wonder author with a cult-like following? (view spoiler)[Could it be that Alice is not really Ella's daughter? Could her grandmother be dangerous? (hide spoiler)] Part modern day young love story, part fairy tale; author Melissa Albert has created a fantastical world that readers will want to visit again and again. Now that I understand Alice's story more, I am ready to reread the sequel, The Night Country(view spoiler)[to see how she and Finch reconnect (hide spoiler)]. Give this to your fans of fantastical worlds and books like Caraval and The Night Circus....more
What if what you think your goal is turns out not be your goal? That's the premise in this story about Poison who is searching for her kidnapped sisteWhat if what you think your goal is turns out not be your goal? That's the premise in this story about Poison who is searching for her kidnapped sister, Azalea. Fans of fairy tales and epic quests who are looking for standalone titles will want to give this one a try. Well done, Chris Wooding. That ending was perfect!...more
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