The High Place

Selected by Neil Gaiman himself, The High Place: A Comedy of Disenchantment offers a darkly humorous and cautionary retelling of the Sleeping Beauty story. Featuring Florian de Puysange, an aristocratic man whose amorality leads to unforeseen consequences, the tale explores themes of temptation, regret, and redemption. With a mix of wit and darker elements, the story delves into the complexities of desire and morality, ultimately providing a thought-provoking twist on familiar fairy tale motifs.