Really enjoyed the story, it was well-worth a credit. I work with teens and have found that anything that hints at simplistic is the kiss of death. I'm just glad I kept listening because very little of the remainder of the story used trite cultural imagery as character development. I would have given the story five stars, but the beginning with the charitable young girl imagery was a bit too sweetly simplistic for me. It was innocent and light-hearted with lots of hints of darkness, perfect for a parent of a tween or teen who wants a smart, sophisticated story without the story relying on sex, drugs or foul language. Grimm Legacy, contrary to the subject matter, was not overly childish. She also has a strong understanding of cultural myth and fairy tales. The author played a bit with cultural stereotypes, but in a way that superseded the stereotypes she employed. The story had a rushed feel at the beginning, but once it settled into a rhythm, it turned out to be a fun adventure.
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