Six Crimson Cranes

Lim incorporates several fairy tale tropes (the cursed princess, evil stepmother, etc.) in Six Crimson Cranes. In what ways is the novel a classic fairy tale, and in what ways does Lim subvert tropes?

In what ways is Kiki, Shiori’s enchanted paper crane, Shiori’s “unlikely voice of reason” (61)? How does Kiki help Shiori on her Quest for Truth and Self-Acceptance?

Lim incorporates different terrains throughout Shiori’s journey. How do the various terrains reflect Shiori’s mindset?