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A review by indieandajean
A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow
adventurous
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A delightfully weird retelling of the Sleeping Beauty story.
Imagine Sleeping Beauty as a hero, a dying girl, a space princess, a best friend, a viking, or as the enchantress. Imagine her with agency. Imagine her defying her own story and trying to help others do the same.
That and more is what this book gives you.
Highly recommend this quick read to lovers of fairytale retellings.
Imagine Sleeping Beauty as a hero, a dying girl, a space princess, a best friend, a viking, or as the enchantress. Imagine her with agency. Imagine her defying her own story and trying to help others do the same.
That and more is what this book gives you.
Highly recommend this quick read to lovers of fairytale retellings.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Chronic illness, Misogyny, and Terminal illness
Minor: Ableism, Child abuse, Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Misogyny, Sexual assault, Terminal illness, Blood, Kidnapping, Gaslighting, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail