Beasts and Beauty

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A collection of twelve fairy tales – reworked, reimagined and revolutionized for the twenty-first century – by Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of The School for Good and Evil.

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Testimonials

"These stories cut straight to the heart."

Alexandra Bracken, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Lore and the Darkest Minds series

"Sly, subversive, and full of teeth."

Roshani Chokshi, New York Times bestselling author of The Gilded Wolves

"A brilliant reinvention of tales we thought we knew."

Tahereh Mafi, New York Times bestselling author of the Shatter Me series

"This is what happens when fairytales grow up."

Adam Gidwitz, New York Times bestselling author of A Tale Dark and Grimm

"Expertly crafted... Chainani infuses his retellings with practicality while still evoking the wonder, terror, and magic of the fantasy realms."

Kirkus Reviews

“The language is lush and transporting (and occasionally eerie), easily conjuring fantastical worlds. An intriguing and inclusive update for modern audiences.”

Booklist

“Terrifying, chilling, unexpected, and glorious. A must-read for any fairy tale devotee who wants to view classic stories through a new lens.”

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