Cinderella: The Graphic Novel

By Jeffrey Stewart Timmins

Cinderella's wicked stepmother won't let her go to the ball. But with a little help from a Fairy Godmother, she'll be getting there in style. There's just one catch. At midnight, her magical gown will turn back into dirty old rags.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: May 1, 2021
• ISBN: 9781666301038

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Reviews for Cinderella

[rondapopowich · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Cinderella is the second Graphic Novel I read and enjoyed. The story setting was changed to Transylvania, as well as Cinderella’s name it was Ella and the author even elaborated on how the name Cinderella was bestowed upon her.I did expect a bit more color in the illustrations they were shaded in greys, blacks and browns with a little red thrown in whenever the evil characters were in the frame. I also expected better detail as well. I also was surprised as to how plain the illustrator made Cinderella look -this disappointed me. It seemed there was no difference between Cinderella and her evil stepsisters and how they looked. This was a big change from every Cinderella book I have ever read something else that I noticed was when Cinderella was sad the background was very dark almost smoky, when she was happy the frames had a lighter background and made the mood appear happier too.A nice bonus this book had was the quick list of characters on the front pages. There was also a little bit about the author, illustrator, a glossary, a history of the story, discussion questions, writing prompts and some kid-safe internet sites kids can explore for further research contained on the back pages.This would be a great read for kids ages 9 and up.

[hollyrogers_1 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Cinderella is about a young girl that loses her father and is forced to live with her evil step mother and step sisters. After being enslaved the young girls fairy god mother grants her one evening where she attends the royal ball and falls in love with the handsome prince. Always a great classic story, although some think this story is only for young children this version on the book really bumps up the age with illustrations and attention to detail. I would use this book in a study about folk literature and the history behind it in an older elementary class. I would also pair this study with literature circles and an essay writing experience where the students learn to summarize in essay format.

[lindamamak · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Another telling of the timeless Cinderella story. This time told in dark graphic novel form.

[jlwllm12 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

I had to read this for a review at work. I love Cinderella, and this did not hinder my feelings at all. It was retold very well. For those readers that aren't that interested, grab this!

[goydaeh · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

An excellent series with absolutely gorgeous, usually stylized artwork. Each title includes a glossary, history of the tale in question, and discussion questions, making them as valuable educationally as they are recreationally. I highly recommend them for anyone with children interested in fairy tales.

[hilarysi624 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

In Beth Bracken’s Cinderella: The Graphic Novel, illustrations and plot combine to present a dark Dickensian rendition of the classic fairy. Unlike the popular Disney version, Cinderella’s mistreatment at the hands of her stepmother and stepsisters begins while her father is still alive. What support she receives is not from him, however, but from a series of unusual events – such as a flock of birds aiding her in an impossible task set by her stepmother – centered around the grave of her mother. Jeffrey Stewart Timmins’ predominantly brown illustrations and grotesque stepsisters lend themselves well to the dark nature of the story. An interesting retelling, this Cinderella might be best suited for more mature readers in a transitional reading phase to tackle themselves, instead of as a picture book for younger children. In support of this, Bracken includes a glossary of difficult terms, history of Cinderella, discussion questions, and sources for further writing and research.

[beckystandal · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Ages 7 and Up. A graphic novel retelling of the classic Cinderella story. Illustrated in a cool, gothic style, but all the characters look alike. The book includes a historical background, discussion questions, and writing prompts at the back, which are interesting and a good way to use the book in school. Recommended for elementary or middle grade graphic novel collections.

[betsyeggers · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

What I liked: Cinderella as a graphic novel. The illustrations are wonderful. The story is classic. The illustrations are darker (not as nauseating as, say, a Disney version) and more realistic. This book could interest those (boys and many girls) that are not actually interested in princess stories.What I did not like: Cinderlla and the prince looked identical, which was a little different.Recommendation: I would buy this book for my library (medium public library).

[su_library_student · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is the classic tale of Cinderella using a graphic novel format. The story begins with Ella's mother dying and Ella's father marrying a new woman within the year. The story changes a bit from the classic Disney version with a tree in a garden but mostly it is the same story that many of us know. This book is of the highest quality. In the back of the book, there is a glossary, a history of the story Cinderella, discussion questions and writing prompts. There is also a recommended internet site.