Snow White: A Graphic Novel

Snow White: A Graphic Novel
by Matt Phelan
Illustrated by Matt Phelan
Candlewick, 2016, Unpaged, Graphic Novel

The Grimm's fairy tale of Snow White has been retold many times, but this charming retelling in set in New York; beginning at the end of WWI and ending during the Great Depression. Snow White looses her mother to the Spanish Influenza and her father "the King of Wall Street" later marries "the Queen of the Follies." The seven dwarfs are seven little boys Snow White finds in Hooverville. Short, but sweet, this version holds to the original tale while at the same time creating a brand new story.

All the illustrations are done in pencil, pen, and ink with very little color. This enhances the early 20th century feel of the book. As with many Graphic Novels it's a quick read, especially if the reader is familiar with the original tale. Still this book is enjoyable. This is a great read for fans of Graphic Novels who need something new, or those who have never tried one before. It could also be appropriate for younger readers as this is a clean read with minimal violence.