The Grimm Legacy
The Grimm Legacy
Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2010
YA
10-14 years
HL600L
Super Short Summary
The Grimm Legacy by Polly Shulman follows Elizabeth Rew, who lands a part-time job at the New York Circulating Material Repository, where she discovers magical items from Grimm fairytales. Amid financial hardship and family struggles, Elizabeth and her friends realize some magical objects have been replaced by replicas and embark on a quest to uncover the thief. Elizabeth's mother has died.
Fantastical
Mysterious
Adventurous
Exciting
Playful
Reviews & Readership
17,802 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
The Grimm Legacy by Polly Shulman has garnered praise for its imaginative plot and engaging writing style, appealing to both teens and adults. Critics appreciate its inventive integration of fairy tale elements with modern-day themes. However, some readers feel the pacing is uneven, and character development could be deeper. Overall, it is a charming and creative addition to young adult fantasy literature.
Who Should Read The Grimm Legacy?
Readers who would enjoy The Grimm Legacy by Polly Shulman are typically fans of magical realism and adventure, similar to readers of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series and Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson series. They appreciate a blend of modern-day settings with fairy tale elements and young protagonists facing extraordinary challenges.
17,802 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
The Grimm Legacy was published by Putnam Juvenile in 2010, marking it as Polly Shulman's debut novel.
The novel earned a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, highlighting its unique premise and engaging narrative style.
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Polly Shulman is known for weaving real historical details and magical elements together, creating a rich backdrop that enchants readers in The Grimm Legacy.
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352
Novel • Fiction
New York City • Contemporary
2010
YA
10-14 years
HL600L
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