I'm not sure what to think about this thick volume graphic novel. I love the stark black and white artwork. The book itself is beautiful with a dark green ribbon bookmark and beautiful thick antique paper. Despite the glowing introduction by Jane Yolen, I think it falls short of the starred review it received in Booklist. The idea of the castle waiting for its princess to return is great, and I love the whole bearded woman plot line. But, to me, the plots don't come together very well at the end. I was left wondering. I think I know my fairy tales and I still think there were loose ends. I liked the feminist slant and the smart aleck nuns.
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