A Tale Dark & Grimm

$7.19

Paperback
Author: Adam Gidwitz
Illustrator: Hugh D'Andrade
Publisher: Puffin Books
Publish Date: August 2011
Language: English
Reading Level: 4.6
EAN: 9780142419670

Overview

Now a Netflix animated series!

The New York Times bestselling debut by Adam Gidwitz, the Newbery Honor-winning author of The Inquisitor’s Tale.

“A wonderful sense of humor and narrative voice … completely fresh and unique.” -Rick Riordan, #1 bestselling author

Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm (and Grimm-inspired) fairy tales. An irreverent, witty narrator leads us through encounters with witches, warlocks, dragons, and the devil himself. As the siblings roam a forest brimming with menacing foes, they learn the true story behind the famous tales, as well as how to take charge of their destinies and create their own happily ever after. Because once upon a time, fairy tales were awesome.

For more awesome fairy tales by Adam Gidwitz look for In a Glass Grimmly and The Grimm Conclusion.

Details

Pages: 288
Dimensions: 7.41 x 5.72 x 0.75 in
Lexile Score: 690
Interest Level: Middle Grade (MG)
Point Value: 6
ISBN: 0142419672

Awards

2012 Charlotte Award - Winner (Middle School/Grades 6-8)
2012 North Carolina Children's Book Award - Nominee (Junior Book)