Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Genre: YA, Retellings, Historical
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Synopsis: Six teenagers’ lives intertwine during one thrilling summer full of romantic misunderstandings and dangerous deals in this sparkling retelling of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing.
After she gets kicked out of boarding school, seventeen-year-old Beatrice goes to her uncle’s estate on Long Island. But Hey Nonny Nonny is more than just a rundown old mansion. Beatrice’s cousin, Hero, runs a struggling speakeasy out of the basement—one that might not survive the summer. Along with Prince, a poor young man determined to prove his worth; his brother John, a dark and dangerous agent of the local mob; Benedick, a handsome trust-fund kid trying to become a writer; and Maggie, a beautiful and talented singer; Beatrice and Hero throw all their efforts into planning a massive party to save the speakeasy. Despite all their worries, the summer is beautiful, love is in the air, and Beatrice and Benedick are caught up in a romantic battle of wits that their friends might be quietly orchestrating in the background.
Hilariously clever and utterly charming, McKelle George’s debut novel is full of intrigue and 1920s charm. For fans of Jenny Han, Stephanie Perkins, and Anna Godbersen.
Wow this looks incredible!! I can't believe I haven't heard of it before. A contemporary Shakespeare retelling sounds divine.
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Amy @ A Magical World Of Words
Right? I loved Shakespeare in high school so this is a must read for me.
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That's a new to me one! Not sure it's my kind of read but I hope you love it!
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Thanks Jessica :)
DeleteOohh, I really like the sound of this one, and that cover is quite cool!! I love Shakespeare, so this re-telling should definitely be on my list ;) Hope we both get the chance to read it and enjoy it!
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Yay. I'm so glad you like the sound of it too. I'm sure we'll both love it.
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YES! Great choice. I'm s excited about this book. I loved the 1920's setting and the Much Ado About Nothing retelling. It sounds really fun.
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I love that play so much. Definitely can't wait to read it :)
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I've been seeing this around on a couple of WoW's! I don't know if it's for me though. There's just something about it that doesn't grab me.. Nevertheless, I hope you love it!!
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I've been seeing this one around a lot lately. The cover is gorgeous and I am definitely interested in a retelling of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. I haven't read a retelling of that one before. I hope you love it when you get to read it
ReplyDeleteWhat are the misunderstandings and dangerous deals? I just have to know. I'm really curious after reading that blurb. Love the cover too. Thanks for sharing. Hope we all enjoy this one :)
ReplyDeleteA retelling of Much Ado About Nothing?! I neeed this book, that's my favorite Shakespeare play! And that cover is beautiful!
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Brittany @ Brittany's Book Rambles
I have not heard of this one before and I am already in love with it! Shakespeare retellings are always so much fun and this is one play that should make for a great novel! :)
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