70 pages • 2 hours read
Liesl ShurtliffRump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin
Fiction | Novel | Middle GradeA modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rump by Liesl Shurtliff reimagines the Rumpelstiltskin tale with a clever twist, offering readers a unique protagonist and an adventurous storyline. Reviewers praise the engaging narrative, humor, and character development. However, some note that the pacing can be uneven. Suitable for middle grade readers looking for a fresh take on classic fairy tales.
Who Should Read Rump?
Middle-grade readers who enjoy clever retellings of classic fairy tales will love Rump by Liesl Shurtliff. Fans of Ella Enchanted by Gail Carson Levine or The Land of Stories series by Chris Colfer will appreciate its humor, wit, and imaginative storytelling.
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Reading Age
8-12yearsLexile Level
660L