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Snow & Poison was is a good historical reimagining of Snow White. "Factual" elements are layered upon an imaginative world that feels both familiar and new.

It took me a little bit to get through this decently short novel, as I found the plot to move along slowly, and didn't intrigue me until most of the way through. It didn't help that most of the story was Sophie pining for Prince Philip.
The romance is basically 'love at first sight,' and they have a few tribulations to get through, but it is sweet. There is a fade to black scene.

I wasn't fond of the child labor in the story, but I feel it helped give Sophie (and maybe her family) the push they needed.

I rather enjoyed that the step mother wasn't the villain, as she is always portrayed. They way Claudia (the step mom) and Sophie bonded was great!
The female characters are strong. About half way through, Sophie becomes this dependable and self-assured woman. It's great to see women change the dynamic of society.

This would make a great read for fans of the show Once Upon a Time, and anyone looking for a dependable Snow White retelling.