Bibliographical information:

Schmidt, Gary D. Straw into Gold. New York: Clarion Books, 2001.

Brief summary:

Drawing on the story of Rumplestilskin, Schmidt weaves a novel that blends fairy tale and political adventure. He imagines why Rumplestilskin might have taken the young prince from the miller's daughter, and what might have happened in the years that followed.

Comments:

This is an entertaining adventure and a moving story. Its prose suggests the world of the fairy tale, but the characters are warm and believable.

Grade/Age level:

Grades 4-8

Cautions:

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--Lisa Gordis

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