Six-Gun Snow White
Six-Gun Snow White
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
American Wild West • 19th Century
2013
YA
14+ years
Super Short Summary
Six-Gun Snow White by Catherynne M. Valente reimagines the classic Snow White tale in a Wild West setting. The narrative follows a young woman of mixed heritage who navigates themes of identity, self-discovery, and resilience amid frontier life. The story explores her adventures and hardships as she seeks autonomy and purpose in a rugged, unforgiving landscape.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Gritty
Contemplative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Six-Gun Snow White by Catherynne M. Valente is praised for its imaginative fusion of fairy tale and Western motifs, with a lyrical narrative style. The novel's rich symbolism and themes of identity resonate with readers, though some find the prose dense and pacing uneven. Overall, it offers a fresh, thought-provoking take on the Snow White story.
Who Should Read Six-Gun Snow White?
A reader fascinated by fairy tale retellings with a twist, blending dark fantasy and Western themes, would enjoy Six-Gun Snow White by Catherynne M. Valente. Fans of Neil Gaiman’s Stardust or Angela Carter’s The Bloody Chamber will find this tale equally enchanting.
4,682 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
American Wild West • 19th Century
2013
YA
14+ years
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