SNOW & ROSE

Cassandra Campbell delightfully performs this retelling of a famous fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm. In lilting, soft tones, she conveys the sweet innocence of Snow and Rose, two girls who find themselves living alone with their sorrow-filled mother after the disappearance of their father. Campbell's modulated voice combines with the sounds of birds and weather to bring out the magic and mystery of the forest in which the girls go wandering. Campbell's varied voices showcase the personalities of the characters the girls meet, such as the cheeky Ivo and the shrill little man whom they save but who only brings them trouble. Campbell's expert pacing creates tension during some of the suspenseful moments, heightening the drama to make this a captivating listen for older children and adults alike. M.F. © AudioFile 2017, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2017]