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Revolting Rhymes

Roald Dahl
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Revolting Rhymes

Fiction | Poem | YA | Published in 2003

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Roald Dahl

Revolting Rhymes

Fiction | Poem | YA | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

32

Format

Poem • Fiction

Publication Year

2003

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

500L

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Super Short Summary

Revolting Rhymes by Roald Dahl is a collection of six humorous retellings of classic fairy tales. Through playful and witty verse, Dahl reimagines stories like "Cinderella," "Jack and the Beanstalk," and "Little Red Riding Hood," offering unique twists and unexpected endings while maintaining the charming essence of each tale.

Humorous

Playful

Mysterious

Dark

Fantastical

Reviews & Readership

4.4

22,112 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Revolting Rhymes by Roald Dahl offers a witty and humorous twist on classic fairy tales, delighting readers with its playful language and unexpected endings. The clever rhymes and dark humor appeal to both children and adults. However, some may find the irreverent tone unsettling for younger audiences. Overall, it's a creatively engaging read that showcases Dahl's signature storytelling flair.

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Who Should Read Revolting Rhymes?

A reader who enjoys Revolting Rhymes by Roald Dahl would likely appreciate witty humor and cheeky twists on classic fairy tales. This reader would enjoy playful language akin to The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith, and whimsical narrative styles like those in Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein.

4.4

22,112 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

32

Format

Poem • Fiction

Publication Year

2003

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

Lexile Level

500L

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