Amanda
GRIMM
An illustrated and unsanitized collection of retellings of Brothers Grimm stories.
Fairy tale collections are a dime a dozen, so why choose this one over any other? First, Benni Bødker's and Kenneth Bøgh Andersen's renditions are engaging and imaginative. They aren't trying to reinvent the tales, but they put a personalized spin on them that makes them feel fresh.
The second reason to get this collection is John Kenn Mortensen's illustrations; they give a dark, slightly creepy feel that fits well with the stories.
Anyone looking for a collection of classic fairy tales which haven't been Disneyfied should give this one a try.
Received via NetGalley.
An illustrated and unsanitized collection of retellings of Brothers Grimm stories.
Fairy tale collections are a dime a dozen, so why choose this one over any other? First, Benni Bødker's and Kenneth Bøgh Andersen's renditions are engaging and imaginative. They aren't trying to reinvent the tales, but they put a personalized spin on them that makes them feel fresh.
The second reason to get this collection is John Kenn Mortensen's illustrations; they give a dark, slightly creepy feel that fits well with the stories.
Anyone looking for a collection of classic fairy tales which haven't been Disneyfied should give this one a try.
Received via NetGalley.