A Tale Dark and Grimm


by Adam Gidwitz (Author)

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   Book 1   
Pages: 252
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Follow Hansel and Gretel as they walk out of their own story and into the wilds—where magic, terror, and a little bit of humor shine like white pebbles lighting the way. Come on in. It may be frightening, and it’s certainly bloody, but, unlike those other fairy tales you know, this one is true. Once upon a time, you see, fairy tales were awesome.

In this mischievous and utterly original debut, Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm–inspired tales. As readers follow the siblings through a forest brimming with menacing foes, they learn the true story behind (and beyond) the bread crumbs, edible houses, and outwitted witches.

Fairy tales have never been more irreverent or subversive as Hansel and Gretel learn to take charge of their destinies and become the clever architects of their own happily ever after.

Recognition: School Library Journal Best Book of the Year (2010); Publishers Weekly's Best Children's Books of the Year for Fiction (2010); Goodreads Choice Nominee (2010); American Library Association Notable Book (2010); Charlotte Award (2012)

Tales Dark and Grimm Series—Summary and Book Order

Series: Tales Dark and Grimm
Reading level: 10+
Books in series: 3
Read in order? No
Next release: Finished
Tags: fairy tales  magic  fantasy  comedy & humour  adventure  culture 

 Print series book list

Books in series order

1.   A Tale Dark and Grimm  (2010)
2.   In a Glass Grimmly  (2012)
3.   The Grimm Conclusion  (2013)