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Snow White A Graphic Novel
Snow White A Graphic Novel
Reviewed by: Mary Lehmer - Freeport Community Library, Freeport, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: January 8, 2017
Review
This is a retelling of the fairy tale Snow White. The story takes place in the 1920s and continues through the Great Depression. Most of the black and white drawings are a bit on the creepy side and fit the tone of the story. The twist in the story is wonderful and the use of homeless boys instead of elves is effective. But, sometimes it was hard to follow the story line because of the darkness (literally) of the drawings. Also, the scene where the heart is cut out of the huntsman and disposed of was a bit brutal as was the evil stepmother's electrifying death. An interesting take on the classic Snow White tale that will be better suited to an older crowd.
Overall Book Score: good
About the Book
Author:
Phelan, Matt
Illustrator: ,
Illustration Quality: very good
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Book Type: chapter book fiction
Genre: graphic novel
Audience: grades 4-6
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: very good
ISBN: 9780763672331
Price: 19.99