A review by nicktraynor
King Richard II by William Shakespeare

adventurous dark reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

Consistently good throughout, without reaching any particularly sublime heights. The language was limpid and brilliant. A worthy opening to the Henriad and probably not the least of that tetralogy. Having read the others, I enjoyed learning about how the dynasty began.