Families who loved Mirror, Mirror by Jen Calonita often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
"Mirror, Mirror" reimagines the classic Snow White tale with a dark, suspenseful twist, asking "What if the Evil Queen poisoned the prince?" Following her mother's death, Snow White lives under the tyrannical rule of her stepmother. When a plot to kill Snow goes awry and secrets about her parents emerge, she embarks on a dangerous quest. This young adult novel explores themes of courage, justice, and the power of friendship as Snow gathers allies, including wary dwarfs, a kind prince, and a mysterious stranger, to stop the Evil Queen. It's an empowering story for readers aged 12-18 who enjoy fairy tale retellings with a darker edge and strong female protagonists.