Books like Sweetly by Jackson Pearce
When said grandmother’s candy shop redishes confidence‑boosting sweets, nineteen‑year‑old Gretchen the owner finds her memories of her twin sister’s abduction by a witch‑like monster slipping away. As the shop’s magical treats bestow bravery and passion, Gretchen learns that the same sinister menace still lurks within the forest, aiming to make her its next victim. A contemporary retelling of the classic Hansel and Gretel tale woven with fantasy and supernatural elements.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Jackson Pearce
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