A Tale Dark and Grimm

How does the narrator impact the reading experience of A Tale Dark and Grimm? What does the narrator add that the story would have otherwise lacked? How does the narrator impact the tone?

Does the novel present “under-standing” as Johannes defines it as a healthy way to approach relationships? Why or why not? Does “under-standing” promote positivity or harm? Use examples from the text to support your argument.

Examine the tales in A Tale Dark and Grimm. Select one element from each of the Grimm fairy tales Gidwitz uses and explain why it is still relevant for a modern-day audience. What gives them a timeless quality?