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A review by fionahawkins
Ophelia by Lisa M. Klein
4.0
My entire knowledge of the play Hamlet comes from the few scenes I've read thus far and the plot synopsis on Spark Notes. I must say that Klein's Ophelia is different from Shakespeare's Ophelia.
In the beginning, Ophelia appears to be just like most female historical fiction characters. ( I would consider this historical fiction, mostly because it is set in the seventeenth century' though it is based on a play.) She likes to learn, is strong willed, and refuses to be a lady. While Klein's intention is to portray Ophelia as a feminist in a time where feminism was unheard of, Ophelia comes across as your usual historical fiction gal. Thankfully, she achieves character to growth, though the ending somewhat irks me.
However, I do like the fact Klein gave Ophelia some back story and a better ending than just drowning herself in her madness. The women at the convent in France were all significantly different from one another. I liked how Marguerite's story related to Ophelia's tragedy.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to people who enjoy the story of Hamlet.
In the beginning, Ophelia appears to be just like most female historical fiction characters. ( I would consider this historical fiction, mostly because it is set in the seventeenth century' though it is based on a play.) She likes to learn, is strong willed, and refuses to be a lady. While Klein's intention is to portray Ophelia as a feminist in a time where feminism was unheard of, Ophelia comes across as your usual historical fiction gal. Thankfully, she achieves character to growth, though the ending somewhat irks me.
However, I do like the fact Klein gave Ophelia some back story and a better ending than just drowning herself in her madness. The women at the convent in France were all significantly different from one another. I liked how Marguerite's story related to Ophelia's tragedy.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to people who enjoy the story of Hamlet.