The House with Chicken Legs
The House with Chicken Legs
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • Fantasy World
2018
Adult
8-12 years
Super Short Summary
The House with Chicken Legs by Sophie Anderson is a magical story about a young person named Marinka who lives in a house that moves on chicken legs. Marinka's yearning for a normal life conflicts with her destiny, as she helps guide the dead to the afterlife under the guidance of her grandmother, Baba Yaga.
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Review Roundup
The House with Chicken Legs by Sophie Anderson is praised for its imaginative and enchanting storytelling, touching on themes of life, death, and self-discovery. The protagonist is compelling, and the Slavic folklore elements are well-integrated. Some readers find the pacing uneven and the tone occasionally too dark for younger audiences. Overall, it's a beautifully crafted tale.
Who Should Read The House with Chicken Legs?
The House with Chicken Legs by Sophie Anderson will captivate readers who enjoy fairy-tale retellings, rich folklore, and coming-of-age stories. Fans of Neil Gaiman’s The Graveyard Book or Katherine Rundell’s The Wolf Wilder will appreciate the book’s blend of mystical adventure and poignant self-discovery.
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • Fantasy World
2018
Adult
8-12 years
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