Snow, Glass, Apples by Neil Gaiman
In this dark and twisted retelling of a classic fairy tale, the story is narrated from the perspective of the stepmother, who is traditionally cast as the villain. Here, she is portrayed as a sympathetic character, grappling with the terrifying reality of her stepdaughter, a vampire-like creature with an insatiable thirst for blood. The narrative explores themes of fear, power, and the nature of evil, challenging the reader's perception of good and bad, and offering a hauntingly beautiful reimagining of a well-known tale.
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- Published
- 1994
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 64-80
- Original Language
- English
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