A review by librarydoc
The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein by Kiersten White

4.0

What would happen if the story of Frankenstein was retold from the perspective of the women in the background? That’s exactly what happens in this dark and twisty retelling of the classic horror book. Elizabeth has only ever known pain and heartache until one day when the Frankenstein family finds her and takes her in. Her life becomes intertwined with Victor Frankenstein, a strange boy with even stranger obsessions. Will her love for Victor save them both? Or will they both fall victim to the monster trapped within himself?

My Thought:
I loved this book. It’s really more about the evil within us than the monster we typically think of in Frankenstein. And I think it makes this book even darker and more entertaining. One of my favorites this year.

My Recommendation
4.5/5 stars
Grades 8+ (violence)