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The Sleeper and the Spindle

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This is a thrillingly reimagined fairy tale by Neil Gaiman and Chris Riddell, blending elements of Snow White and Sleeping Beauty with dark magic that will enchant readers. On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment. She sheds her wedding attire for chain mail and sword, following her brave dwarf companions into the mountain’s tunnels toward the sleeping kingdom. This queen is determined to forge her own destiny, but the princess needing rescue is not what she seems. Weaving familiar and new threads, this captivating tale showcases its creators at their finest, filled with lavish illustrations by Chris Riddell enhanced with metallic ink—a magical gift.

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Age

Adult

Genre(s)

Fantasy, Fiction, Graphic Novels, Young Adult

Pages

50+

Popularity

Very Popular

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