Hale, Shannon and Dean. Illustrated by Nathan Hale. Rapunzel’s Revenge. New York: NY
Bloomsbury. ISBN 1-59990-070-X
Annotation
A graphic novel based on the classic fairy tale but with some twists.
This adventurous version is set in the Old West and Rapunzel uses her hair as a
lasso and finds a unique posse for this adventurous book.
My thoughts
In the beginning of this graphic novel, Rapunzel escapes from her tower
and the adventure begins. She then takes on a sidekick outlaw named Jack, and
fights her way back home to face Mother Gothel and frees the oppressed people
under Gothel’s rule all while using her hair as a lasso in an Old West setting.
Importantly, Rapunzel is a strong female who can take care of herself without
having to be saved by her Prince Charming. Personally, I love stories set in
the Old West and I like fairytales and adventure stories. This story combined
the three genres to produce an entertaining graphic novel with a strong female
protagonist (another plus), so I would recommend this book. This modern twist
on the fairytale is suitable for older readers such as teenagers. Boys will enjoy
reading about the outlaw Jack, and girls will enjoy reading about Rapunzel. It
is a good book for both boys and girls.
Reading level/ Interest Age
Age 10 and up.
Reviews and Awards
ALA 2009
Notable Children's Book
YALSA 2009
Great Graphic Novel for Teens
Nominee for the
Texas Lone Star reading list
Texas Maverick
Graphic Novel
Starred reviews
in Horn Book, Library Media Connection, School Library Journal, and Publisher’s
Weekly
Positive
Reviews in Booklist and Wilson’s Children’s and Junior High School
Illustrator website: http://www.shannonassociates.com/artist/nathanhale
Media: Pen and ink and gouache
Genre:
Graphic novel
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