About This Book
R.C. Lewis's 'Stitching Snow' offers a unique and intense science fiction twist on the classic Snow White fairy tale. Princess Snow, having escaped a violent and corrupt home planet, lives under the alias Essie, a skilled mechanic on a frozen mining world, accompanied by seven loyal drones. Her quiet life is shattered when a mysterious pilot arrives, drawing her into a dangerous galactic conflict and forcing her to confront her royal past and a ruthless queen. This novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and justice, with a strong female protagonist who must learn to trust herself and others in a fight for survival. Parents should be aware of the 'graphic violence' and 'chilling abuse' mentioned in reviews, making it more suitable for the older end of the stated age range, particularly those ready for a grittier, action-oriented story.
Quotes by Kirkus Reviews "'Snow White' gets an upgrade in this clever, surprisingly gritty science-fiction version. Sweet romance and graphic violence, earthy humor and chilling abuse, space-opera settings and vintage derring-do--they all intertwine with unexpected panache. A fine addition to the ever popular subgenre of fairy-tale adaptions." In my opinion, the best fairy-tale I've read, especially with the description, and I personally love the drones, how they were upgraded from the 'seven dwarves'.
Discussion Prompts
1
How does Essie's past as Princess Snow influence her actions and decisions throughout the story?
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The drones are a modern take on the seven dwarves. How do they show loyalty and help Essie?
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What does it mean to 'stitch' snow, and how does this title relate to Essie's journey?
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Essie has conflicted feelings about her family. How does she navigate these emotions while fighting for her future?
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What qualities make Essie a strong protagonist, and how does she grow throughout the book?
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