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clairew97's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
3.5
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Death, Misogyny, Sexual content, Homophobia, Murder, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, Confinement, Sexual assault, Abandonment, Sexism, Ableism, Child abuse, Grief, Miscarriage, Alcohol, Blood, Body horror, Death of parent, Fire/Fire injury, Injury/Injury detail, Mental illness, Rape, Religious bigotry, Suicide, Self harm, and Vomit
mdking's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Look like th'innocent flower, but be the serpent under't
This is a superb book. An excellent blend of history and Shakespeare's fiction. Lady Macbeth's story is told with poise. Loved the Easter eggs to the play. Very much recommend!
This is a superb book. An excellent blend of history and Shakespeare's fiction. Lady Macbeth's story is told with poise. Loved the Easter eggs to the play. Very much recommend!
Graphic: Violence and Murder
Moderate: Bullying, Confinement, Death of parent, Sexual content, Death, and Physical abuse
Minor: Sexual assault
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