Once upon a time, fairy tales were creepy. I know, I know: you don’t believe me, and I don’t blame you, before I wouldn’t have believed myself. You know how it usually happens: someone tells a story; another remakes it in his own way; then mom or dad remove all the cruel, bloody - that is, those very creepy - scenes, and you already hear a fairy tale with a good ending. The boredom is unimaginable. The story that I hasten to share with you is not for children’s ears. Together with Hansel and Gretel, children who have suffered a lot, you will go on a journey through a dark world, but it deserves your attention. After all, only in pitch darkness can you see the light of true beauty and wisdom. And, of course, blood. Illustrations by Tatiana Tyan.