"Readers wont find conventional happy endings, though several stories conclude on hopeful notes, with girls grasping independence and self-worth as they move forward. The retellings are largely faithful to their source material, with small differences that draw attention to unsettling implications within each one. The third-person omniscient point of view highlights the girls internal narration, which reveals their own selfishness but also their courage and kindness. Schaaps evocative art punctuates the text. Cautionary tales that feel both fresh and familiar." Kirkus Reviews
