A review by bookgabz
Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid

dark emotional mysterious tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I am not one to notate books or highlight passages. I typically just read and continue on. But this book? I found myself highlighting so many sections because the writing hit me in the gut and took my breath away! 

 

First, let me say that I am not a Shakespeare aficionado in any capacity. I am not familiar with Macbeth, and thus my view on this topic may differ drastically from one who is an avid fan of the original story. That being said, I loved this book. Any retelling of a famous story from the woman’s point of view as opposed to the typical male dominated stories is automatically working at an advantage. 

 

I loved the mind of Lady Macbeth in this story as she manipulates and maneuvers the men to execute her plans as she envisions them. All while ensuring the men think their path is determined by fates beyond their comprehension. In reality, they’re all following a path created by a young woman. Not to mention, the visceral and ethereal writing in this book was so poignant and intentional that I truly felt as if I was shivering in the damp and claustrophobic Scottish castle next to Lady Macbeth. 

 

Make sure to pick up this book when it comes out on August 6! Thanks to #DelRey and #NetGalley for a free ARC of #LadyMacbeth in exchange for an honest review!