Thursday, September 12, 2019

Madness Afoot, by Amanda Hollander

[F&SF]
★★★☆☆ Honorable Mention

(Fairy-Tale Humor) Prince Charming’s sister disapproves of his obsession over this mysterious girl who left just a slipper, particularly when the kingdom seems to be falling apart. (1,535 words; Time: 05m)


"Madness Afoot," by (edited by C.C. Finlay), appeared in issue 09-10|19, published on by .

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Review: 2019.518 (A Word for Authors)

Pro: From Orsolya’s perspective, Otto really does sound like an idiot, and this whole business of finding a foot that fits the slipper does look pretty ridiculous. I particularly liked the implication that the way Cinderella made it work was by swapping the shoe for one she herself made—with Orsolya’s assistance.

Con: It’s short and sweet, but there’s not really much to it.

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