Hamnet is by Maggie O'Farrell. Historical fiction novel about the life of Shakespeare's son. The story never mentions the Bard's name. It tells the story of his family, his wife and her family, and his children. Since not much is known about Shakespeare or his family historically, O'Farrell takes liberties that do make the tale intriguing and page-turning. This is why you should avoid hype before reading a book! It was an enjoyable read, but for me, did not live up to the excessive publicity surrounding it.
Ratings: Adult - 5 out of 10 - AC (mature thematic content).
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