Penguin Random House Enter the Body

A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR Shakespeare s most tragic heroines find new voices in this compelling novel-in-verse for young adults. Radically creative . . . This provocative book could inspire all kinds of fresh approaches to the plays, not to mention lots of engaging writing projects for students. The Washington Post A strong, powerful look at the bonds women share and the power telling stories has to unburden us all. School Library Connection, starred review Enter the Body gives voice to a cast of the young women who die in Shakespeare s most iconic plays. Focusing on the stories of Juliet, Ophelia, and Cordelia, bestselling author of Blood Water Paint Joy McCullough brilliantly weaves retellings of Romeo & Juliet, Hamlet, and King Lear into a larger story of young women reclaiming their stories in the aftermath of trauma. Join these iconic characters on their journey as they navigate love, betrayal, and ultimately, redemption. ...