A plucky young heroine, an avian stylist, and an axe-wielding dad make for a special season 5 ending - join us round the fire for some comically extreme violence as we read the Cinderella (aka Aschenputtel).

Think you know Cinderella? Well, think again! Yes, we've got the lost slipper, we've got the evil step sisters, we've got the fateful ball - but there's plenty Disney unforgivably left out.

It's a momentous occasion at Castle Grimm: it's all at once the series 5 finale, the last famous Grimm story, and the final story from volume 1. As such, we've split it into two episodes. 

Part 1 we hear the story and discuss our initial thoughts. We also learn about the Grimms' sources for the story - or perhaps we don't learn about the sources. In Part 2, we'll do a deep dive into the history and origins of Cinderella in the world of literature and folklore. 

Settle in for an epic Grimm Reading two-parter; we're thrilled to have you along. 

This episode is Certified Grimm and may not be suitable for all listeners. 

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Theme music: Bicycle Waltz by Goodbye Kumiko

Other Music: Tchaikovsky's Serenade for Strings in C Major, Op. 48: II Moderato, Tempe Di Valse //  Mendelssohn's Lieder ohne Worte, Op.19b - 1. Andante con moto