Book details
Little Dead Riding Hood (Scarily Ever Laughter Book 2)
Description
Nominated for: 2014 Cybils Award, Elementary/Middle-Grade Speculative Fiction When you're the new kid at school, you know things are going to suck; but when you're the new kid and a vampire, it bites. Unlike most kids, Scarlet Small's problems go far beyond just trying to fit in. She would settle for a normal life, but being a 12-year-old vampire for an entire century is a real pain in the neck. Plus, her appetite for security guards, house pets, and tomato juice is out of control. In order to keep their vampire-secret, Scarlet's parents resort to yet another move. At her new school, Scarlet not only has a strange skeleton-girl as a classmate, but a smelly werewolf is intent on revealing her secret. When Scarlet meets Granny-who fills her with cookies, goodies, and treats, and seems to understand her more than anyone-she's sure things will finally be different. But with a fork-stabbing incident, a cherry pie massacre, and a town full of crazy people, Scarlet's positive she'll never live to see another undead day.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
320 pages
Book in series
#2
Why to read
- Engaging Twist on a Classic Tale: 'Little Dead Riding Hood' offers a fresh and unique take on the traditional story of Little Red Riding Hood, infusing it with a delightful blend of spookiness and humor that will captivate readers looking for a new perspective on a familiar narrative.
- Perfect for Middle-Grade Readers: Aimed at middle-grade audiences, this book provides age-appropriate scares and laughs, making it an excellent choice for young readers who enjoy fairy tales with a darkly comedic edge.
- Develops Critical Thinking: By subverting expectations and presenting well-known characters in unexpected roles, the book encourages readers to think critically about stereotypes and the nature of storytelling, fostering a deeper understanding of narrative techniques.
- Series Continuity: As the second book in the 'Scarily Ever Laughter' series, 'Little Dead Riding Hood' allows readers to continue enjoying the adventures and character development that began in 'Cinderskella,' deepening their engagement with the series' universe and its quirky inhabitants.