A retelling of a fairytale.

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A retelling of Snow White and Rose Red

Read the full story here: http://archiveofourown.org/works/5774011

Snippet: "...Then, one winter night as the snow drifted down upon deep banks all around the cottage, a knock echoed through the room where Steve sat, watching the fire. His heart leapt in his chest and he, likewise, leapt to answer the knock. When he opened the door, he found not a man but instead, a bear.

“Please do not be afraid.” The bear said. “I have come to ask for shelter. It is bitterly cold and I am frozen nearly to death. Please let me sleep by your fire and stay warm.”

Steve knew of the treachery of wolves, but of the temperament of bears, he had never heard. He examined the bear’s face. There was something kind about his eyes..."