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Terribly Twisted Tales compiles eighteen inventive stories, each reimagining a well‑known fairy tale with a playful twist. From the familiar adventures of Hansel and Gretel, Goldilocks, Snow White, Cinderella, and Jack and the Beanstalk, the book presents a fresh perspective on beloved narratives. Fans of whimsical, far‑out fantasy will find delight in these reworked classics, each offering a new slant while preserving the core of the original tales.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Jean Rabe
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