Isabelle Schuler's "Lady MacBethad" takes the reader on a thrilling journey through medieval Scotland, exploring the life of Lady Macbeth in a way that Shakespeare never could. With richly developed characters and a captivating narrative, this historical fiction novel is a must-read for anyone who has ever been intrigued by the enigmatic Lady Macbeth.
Lady MacBethad" by Isabelle Schuler is a thrilling historical fiction novel that explores the intriguing story of Lady Macbeth, a character from one of Shakespeare's most famous plays. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of Lady Macbeth, her motivations and ambitions, and the events that led her to become one of the most iconic and complex characters in literature. With a captivating narrative, richly developed characters, and vivid descriptions of medieval Scotland, this book is a must-read for fans of Shakespeare and historical fiction.
Power. History. Love.
Hate. Vengeance. She will be Queen.
Whatever it takes... Daughter of an ousted king, descendant of ancient druids, as a child it is prophesied that one day Gruoch will be queen of Alba. When she is betrothed to Duncan, heir elect, this appears to confirm the prophecy.
She leaves behind her home, her family and her close friend MacBethad, and travels to the royal seat at Scone to embrace her new position. But nothing is as Gruoch anticipates. Duncan's court is filled with sly words and unfriendly faces, women desperate to usurp her position, and others whose motives are shrouded in mystery.
As her coronation approaches, a deadly turn of events forces Gruoch to flee Duncan and the capital, finding herself alone, vulnerable and at the mercy of an old enemy. Her hope of becoming Queen all but lost, Gruoch does what she must to survive, vowing that one day she will fulfill her destiny and take up the future owed to her. Whatever it may take.
A suspenseful, sweeping historical epic, Lady MacBethad is the origin story of the woman who inspired one of Shakespeare's most iconic characters'Captivating'' Cressida McLaughlin'Extraordinary' Emily Koch'Stunning' Cailean Steed
Product specification:
- Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing PLC (16 Feb. 2023)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 384 pages
- ISBN-13 : 9781526647252
- Classifications:
- Dimensions:234 x 153 (mm)
- Pub. Country:United Kingdom
- Dimensions: 234 x 153 (mm)
- Pub. Country :United Kingdom