Snow White A Graphic Novel

Reviewed by: Mary Lehmer - Freeport Community Library, Freeport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 8, 2017

Review

This is a retelling of the fairy tale Snow White. The story takes place in the 1920s and continues through the Great Depression. Most of the black and white drawings are a bit on the creepy side and fit the tone of the story. The twist in the story is wonderful and the use of homeless boys instead of elves is effective. But, sometimes it was hard to follow the story line because of the darkness (literally) of the drawings. Also, the scene where the heart is cut out of the huntsman and disposed of was a bit brutal as was the evil stepmother's electrifying death. An interesting take on the classic Snow White tale that will be better suited to an older crowd.

Overall Book Score: good