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Twelveg Forever Witch is a fascinating tale that combines fantasy, magic, and adventure. The story revolves around the protagonist, Twelveg, who discovers her true identity as a witch and embarks on a journey to fulfill her destiny. Twelveg is a young girl living in a small village, oblivious to her magical lineage. On her twelfth birthday, she receives a mysterious letter from her deceased parents, revealing her true nature as a witch. Shocked but determined, Twelveg sets out to learn more about her powers and the responsibilities that come with them. Her journey takes her to the magical realm of Elphadore, where she meets other witches and wizards who become her mentors and friends.

They are simply stories focused on the power of relationships between women: all relationships. One is the friendship shown between two women (The Tale of the Skin), another focuses on a step mother and her step daughter (The Tale of the Apple), or even a keeper who becomes someone else for the girl she keeps (The Tale of the Hair). Regardless each one of these stories, sensual or supportive, shows the positive sides of relationships that women can share, and if this doesn’t seem like such an interesting and revolutionary idea, then you haven’t read enough fairy tales.

In a way this novel actually reminds me of a method that the L Word had used for its third season, interlocking various women through the past and present by bringing up a story at the beginning of each episode and moving from one woman or guy to the next. While rap music is not for all tastes, it often encourages interest in the source material as in the resurgence of interest in Blue Note records following the bestselling album by US3.

Her journey takes her to the magical realm of Elphadore, where she meets other witches and wizards who become her mentors and friends. Under their guidance, Twelveg learns to control and harness her powers. Each challenge she faces strengthens her abilities and tests her resolve.

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The Grimm collection is, however, extremely influential to writers and tellers of fairy stories today, providing, in some cases, the source material as well as the literary precursor. Recent stories by authors like Ursula K. Le Guin ("The Poacher"), Charles de Lint (Jack, the Giant Killer), and Robin McKinley (Beauty) are riffs on the old, akin to the way that rap music samples classic rhythm and blues and uses it to provide the basis of their modern sound. While rap music is not for all tastes, it often encourages interest in the source material (as in the resurgence of interest in Blue Note records following the bestselling album by US3). The reworking of fairy tales shows modern readers that the classic stories have much to say about today's world, by stripping the Disneyesque exterior of the stories and unearthing the archetypes that lurk beneath the surface.

Emma Donoghue's name can now be linked to those above as a practitioner of this art. In her new book, Kissing the Witch, she incorporates the plot and themes of "Cinderella," "Hansel and Gretel," and "The Little Mermaid," among many, and interconnects them into an ongoing thread of causal connections and relationships. Kissing the Witch is not quite a novel, for it does not follow any one character or place, and yet it is not quite a short story collection, although it is broken up into sections labelled like "The Tale of the Handkerchief." Between each tale is a dream-like sequence, in which one character of the previous tale asks a question of another, which leads to the next tale. Like an ever-flowing river, the tales then drift by, separate yet connected. Sometimes a tale does not truly seem to be at an end when the thread is dropped to be picked up by another character, but that's a minor quibble.

Connecting fairy tales together is not new. Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine managed to merge "Jack and the Beanstalk," "Little Red Riding-Hood," and "The Baker and His Wife" in their Broadway musical, Into the Woods. But Donoghue's method is not quite the same. Sondheim and Lapine merged their tales; Donoghue strings hers together like a strand of pearls. In Into the Woods, the stories are pretty similar to those we know, at least until the second half which follows after the immortal lines ". and then they lived happily ever after." Donoghue's fairy kingdom is rarely happy -- before or after -- and this is especially true for the women who provide the narrative thread. While some might find this off-putting, I found it quite refreshing, as this forces Donoghue into unlikely territory for fairies, a territory that is neither whimsical nor horrific, although it contains the elements of both. More than anything else, her fantasy resembles life, and that's an accomplishment.

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Connecting fairy tales together is not new. Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine managed to merge "Jack and the Beanstalk," "Little Red Riding-Hood," and "The Baker and His Wife" in their Broadway musical, Into the Woods. But Donoghue's method is not quite the same. Sondheim and Lapine merged their tales; Donoghue strings hers together like a strand of pearls. In Into the Woods, the stories are pretty similar to those we know, at least until the second half which follows after the immortal lines ". and then they lived happily ever after." Donoghue's fairy kingdom is rarely happy -- before or after -- and this is especially true for the women who provide the narrative thread. While some might find this off-putting, I found it quite refreshing, as this forces Donoghue into unlikely territory for fairies, a territory that is neither whimsical nor horrific, although it contains the elements of both. More than anything else, her fantasy resembles life, and that's an accomplishment.

As she grows more confident in her witchcraft, Twelveg discovers a dark force that threatens to destroy Elphadore and everything she holds dear. With the help of her newfound companions, she embarks on a dangerous quest to defeat the evil witch, Morgana, and save her world. Throughout the story, Twelveg's character evolves from a timid girl to a brave and powerful witch. She learns the importance of friendship, trust, and self-belief. With every obstacle she overcomes, Twelveg becomes more determined to protect her loved ones and preserve the magic of Elphadore. The book is filled with captivating descriptions of magical creatures, enchanting landscapes, and thrilling magical battles. The author's vivid imagination brings the world of Twelveg Forever Witch to life, making it a captivating read for fans of fantasy and adventure. The overarching theme of Twelveg Forever Witch is the discovery of one's true potential. It teaches readers that everyone has unique abilities and that with perseverance and courage, they can overcome any challenge that comes their way. In conclusion, Twelveg Forever Witch is a thrilling and enchanting tale of self-discovery, friendship, and the power of magic. As readers follow Twelveg on her journey, they are swept away into a world of wonder and excitement. This book is a must-read for fantasy lovers of all ages..

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