“This book is probably one of the most unique takes on a fairy tale.” – Cheryl The story as a whole was very well-written with a unique concept and romantic elements, as well as an admirably strong heroine in Adelaide.” – Carey McKenna Jones Although the dark ages setting was not enchanting (ech, the plague), the author created a very rich world. I’ve read many fairy tale retellings which keep the magical aspect of the story and add new twists, but this is the first novel I’ve read where the fairy tale was retold with a plot grounded in historical events/facts. “The Fairytale Keeper was a whole new take on Snow White. With The Fairytale Keeper, Andrea Cefalo has given us a reality-based version of the classic tale of Snow White that is every bit as magical as the versions we all grew up with (and I’m not talking about Disney), even though there’s no actual magic in it.” – Melissa “I’m a big fan of people who find new ways to share old stories. Praise for The Fairytale Keeper (from Goodreads): The Countess’ Captive combines Grimm’s fairytale characters with real historical settings and events to create a tale that leaves the reader wondering where facts end and fiction begins. No matter what it takes.įrom the award-winning author of The Fairytale Keeper comes this highly anticipated sequel, another masterful, historically-set retelling of Grimm’s fairytales. Never again will someone take what is rightfully hers. Never again will she be known by the cruel moniker-Cinderella. Adelaide plots to end their tryst before her fate is sealed, and she never sets foot in Cologne again.īut good and pious can only get Galadriel so far. More than anything, she hates her father growing closer to her mother’s cousin-Galadriel. During March of 1248, Adelaide Schumacher-affectionately called Snow White-has lost so much: her mother, her possessions, and now her home.Īdelaide hates abandoning her home city, her family’s legacy, and her first love-Ivo.
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