The Snow Queen: A Graphic Novel

Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: October 5, 2018

Review

A Demon creates a magic mirror that reflects negative thoughts and when one of his minions steals the mirror and it breaks, shards of glass fall all over the lands. People that come in contact turn mean and Kay, Gerda's, best friend is a victim. The only way to save Kay is to get him back from the mean and horrible Snow Queen. The story line pretty much follows the original version written by Hans Christian Andersen with a few adaptation made to fit the graphic novel.

In the beginning of the book there is an introduction telling when the story was originally published along with some of the back ground history that Andersen used to write his tale of adventure and love. Following the introduction is the Dramatic Personae page with drawings of each of the main characters, making it easier to see who they are the novel.

The illustrations are soft with a gothic feel to them and compliment the story line quite well. Again, liberties have been taken, but overall fans of Hans Christian Andersen will enjoy this classic tale. Recommended for grades 7-12.

Overall Book Score: excellent