Book Review: The Hunter and the Deer / The Salty Prince
The Salty Prince has traditional fairy tales that many readers will recognize, such as Cinderella and Jack & Jill. This book has many detailed character sketches, introducing us to the likes of renowned pickpocket, Lucy Crockett, Farmer Joe, a fairy named Merry, and Wrong Way Clay. The reader will appreciate the various tones of the stories, which range from lighthearted and humorous to ominous and foreboding. In The Meteorite, this dichotomy of tones happens in one story. The tale begins with a beautiful description of a meteorite streaking through the sky, but ends with it striking earth and killing many people.
The books would have been enhanced with illustrations and more varied rhyme schemes, but overall, the reader will find both books enjoyable. Though some of the tales may be geared for adults, there are plenty of tales that children will find interesting. These fairy tales will allow readers of all ages to use their imaginations and engage with a genre that has a rich history.