A review by jinksea
Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell

reflective sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

An interpretation of the lives of the Shakespeare family prior to and after the death of William Shakespeare’s 11 year old son Hamnet. Characters were well defined and sympathetic. The setting and subject matter was interesting. The prose was well developed but felt overworked at times.
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