The (True) Story of Hansel and Gretel : Intro

Hi there! I never thought of reading of story of Hansel and Gretel where the witch is actually the victim. I think its brilliant that somebody actually could think that the witch isn't evil as the original story paints it. I've read Hansel and Gretel millions of times... Well, actually my grandma read it for me a millions of times, but anyways, I love it and I look forward to reading more. So, please pm me when you post your next chapter.

Till then

Hello there!
I wasn't going to post anything at first because the number of comments is a little intimidating, but I thought what the hillbillyonahaystack. I might at well.

This kind of reminds me of a story I wrote; a revised version of "The tell-tale heart" from a mouse's point of view; talking about how the story they knew had been completely fabricated by the townspeople; and how the real story was about a greif-stricken old man hoping for redemption and a young man consumed with revenge.
The difference being mine was fourteen pages because it was for an assignment.
Anyways; it really tickles me when people think of imaginative stories.
Hansel and Gretel from the witch's point of view: Very Clever!
Twilight fanfic: Not so much
Twilight fanfic with the Hansel and Gretel Witch and a homosexual orc: Pretty Freakin' Clever; probably impossible to do.
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Well, I guess it could be a good idea. The beginning isn't anything special, though, to be honest. When I read it I get the feeling that I've already read it before, or something just like it. The witch's voice also isn't very developed, but seeing as this is just a very short section of the story, I know that you couldn't have squeezed in a bunch of background already.

Overall, I'd say continue with it. The character of the witch could be interesting if you fleshed it out a bit more. I'd just take out the part about the kids stealing her savings, so you don't give away the ending on page 1.

I liked it. Seems like the back cover of a book. Please write more! The idea is (Hansel and Gretel, candy making witch) not original, although the twist you're putting on it may make it much more entertaining. Please PM me with any questions you have, and when you put the next chapter up!

Very interesting stuff

I know people are saying to solidify it in reality, but I think otherwise. I think it should be a fun, maybe Burton-esque, absurdist fiction.
It should be really quirky and explore alot of the angles that we overlook in the fairy tale.

Im excited to read more - please post the rest

Great Idea, Good Work