A review by hollydollyiow
Disobedient by Elizabeth Fremantle

challenging dark inspiring medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

I knew of Atemisia’s Judith but not the story of the woman herself (in fact I only vaguely remembered a woman painted it!). It’s not exactly a nice story, and Elizabeth Fremantle definitely didn’t skirt around the issue, and this book is better for the way it confronts what happened. As with any historical fiction I suppose a lot of the detail is imagined, and a lot of complexity was captured in this version. Not a light hearted read by any means, but I’m glad I read it! If you are a moody reader pick this up when you’re wanting to read some female rage.
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