Scan barcode
A review by alexinitalics
The Hamilton Affair by Elizabeth Cobbs
emotional
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
I really liked the author's writing style, the jumping forwards in time could be a little jarring but I still found I enjoyed reading it.
Like many, I am a fan of the musical and reading this book reminded me of how much I love the show, even though the two are very different tonally.
I'm not sure what I think of this book's handling of race but it's something the musical has had criticism for glossing over whereas this book gives it more focus and gravity, though the language and descriptions is written from a historical viewpoint and some moments did feel white saviour - y
Like many, I am a fan of the musical and reading this book reminded me of how much I love the show, even though the two are very different tonally.
I'm not sure what I think of this book's handling of race but it's something the musical has had criticism for glossing over whereas this book gives it more focus and gravity, though the language and descriptions is written from a historical viewpoint and some moments did feel white saviour - y
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Racism, Slavery, Xenophobia, and War
Moderate: Gun violence, Infidelity, Sexual content, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Minor: Miscarriage, Misogyny, and Blood