In fairytales, the magical happens. The illogical also happens. Bad decisions are made, people marry homicidal psychopaths, and there is a disturbing tendency to abandon children in the middle of dangerous forests.

The retelling of the fairytales in this book try to insert just a modicum of common sense - or, failing that, at least point out the truly horrendous lack of it.

Seeing her imaginary future with Peter fade away by the forces of another woman, Daphne seeks out her old mentor for help. The elderly woman equips her with the required mystical objects and sends her on a quest to gain self-confidence. On this journey, the young woman faces a fancy hermit, onerous sisters and clenching darkness.

A modern-day story true to the style of the great classic fairy tales. For the curious who love to explore mystery and one’s inner strength.