chris riddell the sleeper and the spindle

This is a variation on a Fairy Tale theme, where a Queen (not a prince) finds her wedding day threatened by a sleeping sickness that is spreading across the country from over the mountains. Lavishly produced, packed with glorious Chris Riddell illustrations enhanced with metallic ink, this is a spectacular and magical gift.

Twisting together the familiar and the new, this perfectly delicious, captivating and darkly funny tale shows its creators at the peak of their talents. This queen will decide her own future – and the princess who needs rescuing is not quite what she seems. She casts aside her fine wedding clothes, takes her chain mail and her sword and follows her brave dwarf retainers into the tunnels under the mountain towards the sleeping kingdom. On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment.

Kobo eBook (September 21st, 2015): $14.A thrillingly reimagined fairy tale from the truly magical combination of author Neil Gaiman and illustrator Chris Riddell – weaving together a sort-of Snow White and an almost Sleeping Beauty with a thread of dark magic, which will hold readers spellbound from start to finish.

Young Adult Fiction / Legends, Myths, Fables.

Young Adult Fiction / Fairy Tales & Folklore.

Adding to the wonder are Chris Riddell’s dazzling illustrations.” - New York Times Book Review Product Details “Unabashedly feminist.So sonically tuned that it breathes on its own from the very first line. seem to writhe creepily on the page.” - Wall Street Journal “A striking volume.thrums with malevolence and confounds our expectations. His details are exquisite.” - Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA)

“A wholly original reimagining.Riddell’s artwork is the reason a library should own this title in their collection. “Riddell’s spectacularly intricate ink drawings, gilded with gold, bring Gaiman’s inventive story to life.This highly recommended visually stunning twist on two classic fairy tales will be well received by fans of graphic novels and fantasy stories.” - School Library Journal (starred review)

“A spectacular art object.certainly a treasure.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) “A genuine treat.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review) “Unforgettable, unpredictable and utterly enchanting for anyone between the ages of seven and seventy.” - Amanda Craig, The New Statesman “Magical, sumptuous, transporting.” - The Big Issue “Spellbindingly illustrated.” - Gaby Wood, Saturday Telegraph “A refreshing, much-needed twist on a classic story.” - The Guardian

“Told in a way only Gaiman can” and featuring “stunning metallic artwork.” - GeekInsider “Gaiman and Riddell’s greatest to date.” - Tor.com

Chris riddell the sleeper and the spindle