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Henry Henry
by Allen Bratton
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book reads like a punch to the jaw.
Henry Henry is a bold, fresh take on Shakespeare's classic daddy issues plays. Allen Bratton’s Hal is messy, raw, and queer as hell. Not for the faint of heart this reimagining of the Henriad explores the complex issues of family, legacy, and grief.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Incest, Sexual assault, Alcohol