Oct 03, 2019 i would recommend saving hamlet by molly booth, where a teenage stage manager falls through a trapdoor in her high schools auditorium only to be transported back to the globe theatre and get to work with the original cast of hamlet. Lisa fiedler is the author of a number of popular young adult novels, including two retellings of a. Rosalines story lisa fiedler in a story based on the shakespeare play, sixteenyearold roseline, who is studying to be a healer, becomes romantically entangled with the montague family even as her beloved young cousin, juliet capulet, defies the family feud to secretly marry romeo. It also comes before romeos ex though reading them out of criticism isnt a english deal. For never was a story of more woe, than this of juliet and her romeo. Maybe, in shakespeares eyes, but lisa fiedlers romeos ex. Rosalines story, written by lisa fiedler author of dating hamlet, is such a courageous and masterful book, beautifully complimenting that of romeo and juliet. Lisa fiedler is a published author of childrens books and young adult books. Js in essence, romeo and juliet is a story about impulsive teenagers, and fiedlers retelling of the story just emphasizes that aspect. This book retells the classic romeo and juliet from the perspective of rosaline, juliets strongwilled cousin for whom romeo first carried a torch. This is rosaline s story, but other characters narrate, including kind. Hamlins reading blog season 3 because reading is lit. Shakespeares classic retold from another perspective rosaline wont let anyone or anything get in the way of her future as a healer.
Sep 23, 20 readalikes for the shakespeare stealer by gary blackwood. The fandom games library book haul march 9, 2017 show list info. You get to watch literatures most famous love story through the eyes of rosaline, the brokenhearted, jilted former flameand then the downward spiral juliet sets herself on. Rosalines story by lisa fiedler a surprisingly entertaining retelling of shakespeares play romeo and juliet. Are you as wellread as an alevel english literature student. Rosaline s story by lisa fiedler, ecompasses the theme that love can happen to anyone and everyone, even the most unwilling. S i see this novel as a comedy, turning the tragedy of hamlet upside down, yet with many of the same elements from the classic drama. Trending book lists books goodreads users cant live without. Where romeo s words had been hollow and unfounded, benvolios are filled with sincerity and true love. She has already given us a retelling of hamlet in dating hamlet. Ink and bone by rachel caine if youre a booklover who loves to read books about books, youll love this book. The liberated rosaline vows to remain chaste to pursue a career as a healer.
Rosalines story by lisa fiedler this is a novel, aimed at teenagers, in which the story of romeo and juliet is told mostly from the perspective of rosaline. In the beginning, rosaline, juliets compassionate and decisive cousin, aspires to become a healer, despite societys expectation of her. The plot, in compliance with the flow of romeo and juliet, centers on rosalines romeos first lover interpretation of the events. Some of the published credits of lisa fiedler include romeos ex. Johnston lady macbeths daughter by lisa klein ophelia by lisa klein. Some i remember fondly though they were often atrociously written include saving juliet by suzanne selfors, romeos ex. In a story based on the shakespeare play, sixteenyearold roseline, who is studying to be a healer, becomes romantically entangled with the montague family even as her beloved young cousin, juliet capulet, defies the family feud to secretly marry romeo. When rosaline, romeos exgirlfriend, finds romance with benvolio, the two lovers hatch a plan to bring their feuding family together, but when she discovers that romeo is courting her cousin, anger within the families reach a level like never before. The first edition of the novel was published in september 19th 2006, and was written by lisa fiedler. Fans of the bard will applaud this highly imaginative, lyrical text that plays with the story without damaging it. Part one prologue verona, italy, 1595, spring in a small cottage belonging to the healer, lady rosaline did occupy herself with the business of tidying shelves and cupboards. In this book you had more than one perspective to look forward to, there was rosaline, benvolio, tybalt, mercutio, and romeo, all these perspectives are so different and they show what each character is feeling. Set in verona in 1595, this new take on the tragic tale of doomed young lovers and their feuding families stars juliets 160yearold cousin rosaline and romeos kinsman benvolio.
Finally, a young adult novel that intelligently references classic ageappropriate literature and that i can actually admit i enjoyed reading. And it s the feisty, smart rosaline juliet s cousin, who s training to be a healer whom readers will instantly relate to and root for. A 52 week guide to cultivate an attitude of gratitude. Rosalines story by lisa fiedler, and enter three witches by caroline b. Rosalines story by lisa fiedler was quite a good book. Texas destiny texas trilogy book 1 pdf book download online. However, when romeo sees rosaline, he is instantly besotted. Lisa fiedler is the author of a number of popular young adult novels, including two retellings of a shakespearean story from the female point of view, dating hamlet and romeos ex. Js in essence, romeo and juliet is a story about impulsive teenagers, and fiedler s retelling of the story just emphasizes that aspect. Rosaline wont let anyone or anything get in the way of her future as a healer. Shakespeares classic retold from another perspective rosaline wont let anyone or anything get in. Rosalines story pdf by o lisa fiedler my sister s choice, but i thought it looked intriguing ignore the somewhat lame title it was well written overall and makes good use of both shakespearean language humor does get edgy and the romeo and juliet story my main criticism is that it gets chaotic especially as the romeo and juliet story hits its dramatic point, switching. Although the author tells this story from many perspectives, its rosalines story. Rosaline s story by lisa fiedler was quite a good book.
In the nearly 400 years since his death, his works have been staged, translated, and reinterpreted all over the. In a story based on the shakespeare play, sixteenyearold. Once was lost by sara zarr one second after by william r. Rosalines story 2006 by lisa fiedler, juliet by anne fortier 2010, and juliets nurse 2014 by lois leveen.
Gaughen masque of the red death by bethany giffin juliet immortal by stacey jay exit, pursued by a bear by e. The main characters of this historical, historical fiction story are. Rosaline s story lisa fiedler in a story based on the shakespeare play, sixteenyearold roseline, who is studying to be a healer, becomes romantically entangled with the montague family even as her beloved young cousin, juliet capulet, defies the family feud to secretly marry romeo. Romeos ex rosalines story by lisa fiedler pdf free. With great care she arranged the multitude of jars and flagons containing herbal ointments and medicinal liquids. I wont take issue with exactly what romeo and rosalines relationship was at the beginning of the play, i figure thats close enough. The month of april is tied in many ways to william shakespeare. Shakespeare s romeo and juliet gets an extreme makeover with a feminist flavor. Lisa fiedlers romeos ex presents the story mainly through the eyes of rosaline, although her. William shakespeare in a story based on the shakespeare play, sixteenyearold roseline, who is studying to be a healer, becomes romantically entangled with the montague family even as her beloved young cousin, juliet. Although his exact date of birth is unknown, many scholars put it at the end of april. A respondentoriented romeo and juliet based case study by lumini. Rosaline is a biography better put together and not as silly. Other familiar characters take turns narrating, including tybalt and even romeo himself.
Lisa fiedler books list of books by author lisa fiedler. Lisa fiedler is a published author of children s books and young adult books. Although the author tells this story from many perspectives, it s rosaline s story. Rosalines story in a story based on the shakespeare play romeo and juliet, 16yearold rosaline, who is studying to be a healer, becomes romantically entangled with the montague family even as her beloved young cousin, juliet capulet, defies the family feud to secretly marry romeo. Rosalines story by lisa fiedler the collectors book of science fiction by h. This character with no lines in the original play tells her version of the events of the doomed starcrossed lovers. Pdf romeos ex rosalines story by lisa fiedler download pdf. Shakespeare connections young adult novels book lists. My first impressions were moderate the authors use of quasielizabethan language seems more of a forced affectation than an effective way to tell a story. She saw her first broadway play at age seven and has been badly belting out show tunes ever since. Lisa fiedlers romeos ex presents the story mainly through the eyes of rosaline. Pdf romeos ex rosalines story by lisa fiedler download.
Lisa fiedler books, biography, contact information. Shakespeares classic retold from another perspective. The plot, in compliance with the flow of romeo and juliet, centers on rosalines romeos. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Everyone knows that the young, vain lovers hooked up the first day, married the next, and died together afterwords. Shakespeares romeo and juliet gets an extreme makeover with a feminist flavor. Its understandably simplified for the sake of modern readers i dont really believe in. But there are other chapters told from the perspectives of benvolio, mercutio, tybalt and romeo. I have a weakness, both for shakespeare and for ya fiction, so it was fairly inevitable. Readalikes for the shakespeare stealer by gary blackwood. Maybe, in shakespeares eyes, but lisa fiedler s romeos ex. Posted on 09 august 2019 may 2020 by lisa fiedler. Rosaline, the movie shakespeare geek, the original.
Js first published several years ago in the uk, this dark journey by a troubled teenager, cal, is in a genre that can be interpreted as fantasy, or as psychological mystery. A fervent heat has settled upon the city, baking the trodden dirt in the market square. Her books for children and young adults include the mouseheart trilogy. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 256 pages and is available in hardcover format. Okay, so at the library last night i picked up two looselybasedonshakespeare ya novels. Romeos ex by lisa fiedler book cover, description, publication history. This is rosalines story, but other characters narrate, including kind. Now rosaline finds herself caught between her feelings, her ambition, and her familys longstanding feud with the montagues. Where romeos words had been hollow and unfounded, benvolios are filled with. Shakespeares classic retold from another perspective rosaline wont let anyone or anything.
When rosaline, romeo s ex girlfriend, finds romance with benvolio, the two lovers hatch a plan to bring their feuding family together, but when she discovers that romeo is courting her cousin, anger within the families reach a level like never before. Romeo s ex paperback september 19, 2006 by lisa fiedler author 3. Shakespeare s classic retold from another perspective rosaline wont let anyone or anything get in. Epl picks books modern books inspired by shakespeare. Set in verona in 1595, this new take on the tragic tale of doomed young lovers and their feuding families stars juliet s 160yearold cousin rosaline and romeo s kinsman benvolio. In the beginning, rosaline, juliet s compassionate and decisive cousin, aspires to become a healer, despite society s expectation of her. Romeo s ex sticks to shakespeare s story fairly well, even using lines from the original play. The wrath and the dawn renee ahdieh page 1 of 1 previous next page. Cooney one book i actually still like, though it is a bit shallow. I rather like lisa fiedler s way of literary shakespearean stories with humor and. Wells scaramouche by rafael sabatini 2001 space odyssey by arthur c clarke redemption by karen kingsbury and gary smalley leftover loot.
This ones the first in a fantasy series set in a strange, alternate futuristic society seemingly based on ancient rome and governed by a magical, allencompassing, big brotherlike institution known as the library. Apr 23, 2015 you get to watch literatures most famous love story through the eyes of rosaline, the brokenhearted, jilted former flameand then the downward spiral juliet sets herself on. Rosalines story by lisa fiedler, ecompasses the theme that love can happen to anyone and everyone, even the most unwilling. But when juliet moves back into town, she steals rob away from rose, who is absolutely crushed. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Lisa fiedler is the author of a number of popular young adult novels, including two retellings of a shakespearean story from the female point of view, dating hamlet and romeo s ex.
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