5th October 2015, The O'Brien Press, 32 pages, Hardback, Review copy
Content: fairytale magic, danger, humour
Summary from The O'Brien Press
Once upon a time there was a little girl called Fiona who lived in
Dublin. But Dublin is full of colourful characters and creatures from
the fairytale realm. Often not seen or heard, they reside in some of
Dublin’s most famous locations and landmarks!
Nayu's thoughts
Being
in a fairytale loving mood, I was delighted to check out this
retelling of Little Red Riding Hood. I like it because she isn't
alone on her travels. She is forever helping people out – even if
they seem weird, and the good deeds end up helping her by the end of
the tale.
I think her story teachers that taking a few extra minutes
to do something for someone can be more rewarding than expected, not
necessarily an actual reward but helping people out is a fuzzy
feeling inducing act. I loved her little red cloak which is somewhat
famous to the character of Red Riding Hood. I don't know Dublin at
all, but I'm sure residents will enjoy reading about familiar places
in this not quite traditional fairytale.
Find out more on Nicola's website.
Available for preorder at most bookstores including NRC affiliate Foyles.
Suggested read
Another sweet retelling of Little Red Riding Hood can be found in Very Little Red Riding Hood by Heapy and Heap (Children's, Picture book, 10E/10E)
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