eb_bookshelf's review against another edition
4.0
A re-read along with my son’s junior English class. Grendel’s mother is still terrifying.
rachelwierick's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Violence
mkrultra's review
3.0
More like Beowulf's Bizarre Adventure amirite
Choice quote: "Meanwhile, Beowulf gave zero shits."
Choice quote: "Meanwhile, Beowulf gave zero shits."
orphiq's review
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
urikastov's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
impreader's review against another edition
5.0
Utterly excellent, and full of the commentary of a man who likely loved the English language -- and words in general - more than anyone other than God.
haleyscomet1's review
adventurous
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
4.25