Thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for the eARC.

This book, as the name suggests, is a retelling of classic fairy tales in new and twisted ways. I adored this book. Although I didn't know the original story behind a lot of the short stories in this collection, I still enjoyed this read. I think Granny Rumple might be my favorite. Or Godmother Death. The author fractured these tales and remolded them into something even more beautiful.

I found myself trying to figure out which original tale was the inspiration for each of the stories. The author solved this question when she added a chapter at the end about how she ‘fractured’ the tales and what the base story is for some on her stories. I also enjoyed the poems at the end that went with every story.

What I absolutely loved about this book is that people in every age group would like to read it. It has no age bar. Everyone can (and should) read this book.

I have not read any previous books by Jane Yolen. But after this book, I will definitely, definitely check her out. She is an amazing writer. I am a fan. Truly.