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Mirror Mirror: A Novel

This novel offers a creative retelling of the familiar Snow White story, transplanting it into the historical and cultural context of early 16th-century Italy. The narrative weaves together elements of fantasy and historical fiction, focusing on the central conflict between a young woman and a jealous queen. The story examines how perceptions of beauty and the pursuit of power can shape personal destinies and relationships, while also incorporating the symbolic motif of the mirror as a device for self-reflection and deception. The book is known for its lush, descriptive prose and its exploration of darker, more complex themes within a fairy tale framework. more

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Gregory Maguire
Gregory Maguire

Gregory Maguire is an American novelist known for his reinterpretation of classic fairy tales. His works are characterized by profound moral implications and rich imagination, which have won him a wide audience. more

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