Snow White & the Huntsman

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Action-AdventureGood vs. EvilSurvivalPower & CorruptionMagicMythologyFolkloreGrittySuspensefulIntenseStrong Female LeadAdventureFantasy & MagicDark fantasy
Fantasy

Snow White & the Huntsman

Evan Daugherty, John Lee Hancock, Hossein Amini

$7.00
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This dark fantasy reinterpretation of the classic fairy tale places a young Princess Snow White in dire peril after her wicked stepmother, Queen Ravenna, usurps the throne through dark magic. Ravenna, driven by an insatiable fear of aging and losing her beauty, consults a mystical mirror which reveals that Snow White is destined to surpass her in loveliness and overthrow her. To secure her eternal reign, Ravenna commands her skilled Huntsman to track Snow White into the treacherous Dark Forest and bring back her heart. However, the Huntsman, a hardened warrior haunted by his past, finds himself unable to commit the atrocity and instead vows to protect the princess, becoming her unlikely guardian and mentor. The narrative delves into themes of inner strength versus superficial beauty, the corrosive effects of power, and the awakening of courage and rebellion against tyranny. Unlike traditional versions, Snow White is portrayed as a resilient survivor who must develop her own fighting spirit and leadership to rally the kingdom against Ravenna's oppressive rule. The story is compelling due to its grittier, more action-oriented approach, transforming Snow White into an active protagonist rather than a passive victim. The compelling blend of visual spectacle, intense combat, and the evolving bond between Snow White and the Huntsman creates a high-stakes adventure that emphasizes resilience, hope, and the fight for freedom.

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Tomes & Tales

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$7

1 copy

Publisher

Little, Brown Books for Young Readers

Pages

240

Format

PAPERBACK

ISBN-13

9780316213271

ISBN-10

0316213276

Language

English

Published

2012-06-05