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edshara's review against another edition
3.0
This was okay. Decent story with illustrations that are colorful and detailed. However, for a story that is full of Asian culture the lack of Asian characters is pretty disappointing.
misspippireads's review against another edition
3.0
Fractured Fairy Tale
Mix Cinderella with Ninjas
After the new version of Cinderella, the books talks about the original fairy tale and how they twisted it. There are also visual questions at the end of the book.
Reviewed from a library copy.
Mix Cinderella with Ninjas
After the new version of Cinderella, the books talks about the original fairy tale and how they twisted it. There are also visual questions at the end of the book.
Reviewed from a library copy.
itaby's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
rdyourbookcase's review against another edition
5.0
This book was a blast to read. Ninjas are so cool and when you mix them with a dainty fairy tale princess, you get awesome. Ninja-Rella is a strong character and is not interested in princess things. My only criticism of the story was that it never explains what happens to Ninja-Rella’s parents. They just past away mysteriously. I feel like in older versions of fairy tales, that works. However, modern stories usually offer an explanation. Once I got over being concerned about Ninja-Rella’s parents, I absolutely loved the story again. I don’t want to spoil it, but the ninja twist on the classic glass slipper, pumpkin, etc. is almost better than the original. And of course, she lives happily ever after.
hallizalli's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this graphic novel retelling of Cinderella. Instead of wanting to marry the prince, 13-year-old Ninja-rella wants to be his bodyguard and leaves her glass katana sword behind instead of a glass slipper. Spectacular design, color, and story! Includes a short history of the original fairy tale, tale twists, visual questions, and a glossary. I look forward to reading the rest of the Far Out Fairy Tales series!
linnjbookis's review against another edition
4.0
En serietidningsformat av berättelsen. Lite mörka bilder men spännande ändå. Börjar lite som den originella askungen, men nu är det en blandning mellan Mulan och askungen - lite asiatisk inspirerad, japanskt. Askungen lär sig spela schack med sin mor för att bli klok och svärdkonst av sin far för att bli stark. När modern går bort och hennes far gifter om sig, blir det som ofta att hon blir städerska. Men nu är balen på gång då, Askungen har som mål att bli prinsens vakt, prinsessa och giftermål är inget denna Askungen vill bli. Istället för en sko, så är det nu ett svärd. Väldigt trevligt med en målmedveten och stark tjej karaktär.
sandraagee's review against another edition
3.0
One of a series of graphic novels that tell amped-up, super-powered versions of popular fairy tales. I very much liked the art style. I could complain that the book is too short and that the story and characters are not super developed, but given the tone and the style a longer book might not actually work. It is what it is, and it's fun.
I did very much appreciate the content at the end of the book, after the story's conclusion. There is a page devoted to describing the origins of the fairy tale. There are also two pages that ask the reader to really look at a few panels taken from the story and think about how specific elements found in the artwork conveys information and feelings to the reader. This is fantastic for those who aren't quite used to reading graphic novels and might need a little help learning to understand the style.
Of the series, I also read [b:Red Riding Hood Superhero|23339817|Red Riding Hood, Superhero A Graphic Novel|Otis Frampton|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1417983925s/23339817.jpg|42899560]. I preferred the art style in this book, but for reasons unknown preferred Red's story adaptation.
I did very much appreciate the content at the end of the book, after the story's conclusion. There is a page devoted to describing the origins of the fairy tale. There are also two pages that ask the reader to really look at a few panels taken from the story and think about how specific elements found in the artwork conveys information and feelings to the reader. This is fantastic for those who aren't quite used to reading graphic novels and might need a little help learning to understand the style.
Of the series, I also read [b:Red Riding Hood Superhero|23339817|Red Riding Hood, Superhero A Graphic Novel|Otis Frampton|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1417983925s/23339817.jpg|42899560]. I preferred the art style in this book, but for reasons unknown preferred Red's story adaptation.
limabean74's review against another edition
4.0
So cute, absolutely loved the illustrations. Great twist to the classic :) also loved the bit of history about the story at the end.
Great book to read by yourself or with the kids.
Great book to read by yourself or with the kids.