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3.58 AVERAGE
3.58 AVERAGE
I can't decide whether I loved this because it fit the perfect mold of what you'd expect in a story or if it were too predictable in elements, simply because everything went according to expectation. Nonetheless, it is popular for a reason. I do recommend.
challenging
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Wasn't a big fan of this one. The last 2 acts were really dull and Rome just isn't my thing.
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
52 Book Club Challenge: Prompt 10
dark
medium-paced
reflective
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
challenging
Never really been a fan of Shakespeare (except for the story Romeo and Juliet). It was an okay book overall
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Murder
great work. It astonishes me that society regards Shakespeare's works on such a scholarly and academic level, when his work was clearly meant for the people, the everyday folks. He was a master of his time and while he may have been flawed and a tragic hero himself, I think (despite conspiracies of who actually wrote the works as Shakespeare) it was someone who had a deep understanding to human nature. Julius Caesar can definitely be applied in everyday life and I honestly wish that I read this sooner. Although, I protest that I am a Shakespeare enthusiast, I have stayed away from the politic dramas/tragedy pieces but now I want to dive into them all. Not to mention, possibly re-read them over again.
While I'm sure much of this play went over my head, the characters and their relationships really struck me. I felt true heartache for them, and was stirred by their powerful speeches (especially Cassius, Brutus, and Antony). Considering I have a hard time with Shakespeare, that was really surprising to me, and I ended up liking it a lot more than I was expecting.