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. Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm (and Grimm-inspired) fairy 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. As readers follow the siblings through a forest brimming with menacing foes, they learn the true story behind (and beyond) the bread crumbs, edible. In this mischievous and utterly original debut, Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm-inspired tales. In this mischievous and utterly original debut, Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm–inspired tales. Dutton Juvenile, October 2010, Hardcover: 251 Pages. Adam was a teacher for eight years in Brooklyn, NY. He also has a forthcoming podcast from Pinna called GRIMM, GRIMMER, GRIMMEST.

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Once upon a time, you see, fairy tales were awesome. Hansel and Gretel walk out of their own story and into eight other classic Grimm (and Grimm-inspired) fairy tales. Adam Gidwitz is the author of the Newbery Honor winning THE INQUISITOR'S TALE, the best-seller A TALE DARK AND GRIMM and its companions, and the new series THE UNICORN RESCUE SOCIETY. A Tale Dark & Grimm: A Tale Dark & Grimm, Book 1 Audible Audiobook Unabridged Adam Gidwitz(Author, Narrator), Listening Library(Publisher) 4.6 out of 5 stars1,414 ratings Teachers' pick See all formats and editions Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. It may be frightening, and it’s certainly bloody, but, unlike those other fairy tales you know, this one is true. But if you dare, 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. Reader, beware! Warlocks with dark spells, hunters with deadly aim, and bakers with ovens retro-fitted for baking children lurk within these pages.

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