The Little Snake

I just love this little book … takes a few hours to read. Full of story. Full of metaphor. Full of symbolism. A must read.

A clever little book, the story of a little girl and a magic snake, which quickly (in so short a book, it has to be quickly) becomes a story about good and evil. I read it in one day (two sittings–life goes on). Highest recommendation.

I used it for my Book Club. At first I thought It was trivial, but the more I read it, the more I liked it!

The Little Snake is a charming little fable that could be read by someone of just about any age. I could see reading this at different points in time, because the message will be perceived so differently depending on your place in life.

This is one of those stories that is difficult to explain; its beauty lies in the telling more than the actual plot. It’s a story about discovering friendship, learning about humanity, and recognizing the cruel truths of life.

But most of all it’s a story about love.

“…[She] told him quietly, ‘Love is a terrible thing.’
‘So it seems,’ whispered Lanmo.
‘But it is also wonderful.’

And that, my friends is the truest thing I know. 4.5 stars rounded up for this little gem of a story.

Thank you to NetGalley and Canongate Books for providing me with a DRC of this book.

I loved everything about this book!!!