Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal death, Bullying, Child abuseModerate
Sexual contentMinor
Domestic abuse, Incest, RapeCommunity Reviews
Summary of 414 reviews
Moods
adventurous 62%
funny 55%
mysterious 44%
lighthearted 34%
relaxing 24%
inspiring 20%
reflective 20%
informative 17%
emotional 13%
challenging 10%
sad 6%
tense 3%
Pace
slow 32%
fast 32%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 47% | N/A: 26% | Plot: 26%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 36% | N/A: 31% | No: 27% | Yes: 4%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 57% | N/A: 19% | Yes: 19% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4% | No: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 55% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 15% | No: 5%Average rating
486 pages | first published 1992
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ISBN/UID: 9781844081738
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Virago
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Once upon a time, fairy tales weren't just meant for children. This collection of alternative stories from Angela Carter reveals a world where dippy princesses are replaced by bad girls and enchantresses, and strong minds, low cunning and dirty tr...Book Information
486 pages | first published 1992
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ISBN/UID: 9781844081738
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Virago
Publication date: Not specified
Description
Once upon a time, fairy tales weren't just meant for children. This collection of alternative stories from Angela Carter reveals a world where dippy princesses are replaced by bad girls and enchantresses, and strong minds, low cunning and dirty tr...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal death, Bullying, Child abuseModerate
Sexual contentMinor
Domestic abuse, Incest, RapeCommunity Reviews
Summary of 414 reviews
Moods
adventurous 62%
funny 55%
mysterious 44%
lighthearted 34%
relaxing 24%
inspiring 20%
reflective 20%
informative 17%
emotional 13%
challenging 10%
sad 6%
tense 3%
Pace
slow 32%
fast 32%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 47% | N/A: 26% | Plot: 26%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 36% | N/A: 31% | No: 27% | Yes: 4%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 57% | N/A: 19% | Yes: 19% | No: 4%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 14% | N/A: 4% | No: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 55% | Yes: 25% | N/A: 15% | No: 5%Average rating