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Description
Sleeping Beauty: The Graphic Novel by Powell and Martin follows a young princess cursed by an evil fairy who falls into a deep sleep after pricking her finger on a spindle on her fifteenth birthday. In this version, the princess remains trapped behind poisonous thorns and is guarded by zombies. A brave prince must navigate the deadly barrier to awaken her and break the curse. The graphic novel uses bold illustrations to retell the classic fairy tale for middle grade readers.
Quick Summary
Zombies on guard and bold, colorful panels turn the classic Sleeping Beauty tale into a spooky, fast-paced graphic retelling. Kids will love the monster-filled thorns, the daring prince, and the bright, cinematic panels that bring the curse to life. If your kid loves the spooky humor of "The Nightmare Before Christmas" or the graphic punch of "Amulet," they'll devour this retelling. Perfect for readers ages 9 to 13, especially those in grades 4 through 7 who enjoy graphic novels with a gothic twist.