The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic is a collection of fairy tales written by Leigh Bardugo. This is a book of tales from our childhood. They are tales that are meant to be read aloud and passed on. But, the author realizes that what seem to be childhood tales also have a dark side. There are elements of the old stories that should leave you uncomfortable. If you enjoy retold fairy tales, you might enjoy The Language of Thorns by Leigh Bardugo.
Probably most of us have had the chance to experience bedtime stories. I remember when my children were young and their daddy would tell them the stories of the Three Little Pigs and Little Red Riding Hood. He was always good at using the different voices and holding their attention. The story wasn't always told exactly the same way, but it created a memory for my children. That's the thing about fairy tales. They create memories as they are retold and retold.
The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic is a collection of fairy tales written by Leigh Bardugo. This is a book of tales from our childhood. They are tales that are meant to be read aloud and passed on. But, the author realizes that what seem to be childhood tales also have a dark side. There are elements of the old stories that should leave you uncomfortable. If you enjoy retold fairy tales, you might enjoy The Language of Thorns by Leigh Bardugo.
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