Rags  Bones: New Twists on Timeless Tales

Rags Bones: New Twists on Timeless Tales

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Science Fiction Dystopian Fantasy
Format Audiobook
Length 0h 11m
Language English
Published Oct 22, 2013
Publisher Hachette Audio
ISBN-10 1478979429
ISBN-13 9781478979425
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In a captivating collection, some of today's most talented authors breathe new life into well-known stories, drawing readers into worlds both familiar and refreshingly novel. These imaginative retellings take classic narratives and rework their threads, creating unexpected twists and deepening character arcs that resonate with contemporary themes.

Each story presents a unique perspective, inviting readers to revisit iconic figures and settings with fresh eyes. The collaborations of Melissa Marr, Tim Pratt, Reay Kaplan, Mark Cabus, and Bernard Setaro Clark showcase their individual styles while paying homage to the timelessness of the original tales. Whether it’s a haunting reinterpretation or a whimsical twist, each narrative unfolds in a manner that feels both grounded and extraordinary.

As the characters navigate their transformed journeys, readers are compelled to consider the relevance of these age-old lessons in today's world. Through themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, the authors weave a rich tapestry of emotion that speaks to the heart and imagination.

This collection serves not only as a tribute to classic literature but also as a bold re-exploration of what these stories mean in the ever-evolving landscape of storytelling. Each turn of phrase and plot twist enlivens the pages, inviting both old fans and new readers to discover the magic within these beloved tales.

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tsemoana

May 05, 2025

Despite what the back blurb says, this isn't so much retelling/writing inspired by fairy tales. It's telling tales inspired by other short stories. Some of which classify as a fairy tale, but many are just stories of no particular type or genre. The tales in this anthology do all firmly fall in genre fiction, but it raises the wrong expectations. As such, it does the book a disservice as it is pretty good, with some real good stories, if you're not going for actual fairy tales.*****Neil Gaiman, The Sleeper and the SpindleTim Pratt, The Cold CornerSaladin Ahmed, Without Faith, Without Law, Without Joy****Garth Nix, Losing Her DivinityRick Yancey, When First We Were Gods***Carrie Ryan, That the Machine May Progress EternallyHolly Black, MillcaraMargaret Stohl, SiroccoMelisssa Marr, AwakenedKelley Armstrong, New ChicagoKami Garcia, The Soul CollectorGene Wolfe, Uncaged

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