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Still Star-Crossed

Melinda Taub
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Still Star-Crossed

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

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Melinda Taub

Still Star-Crossed

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Verona, Italy • Renaissance

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Still Star-Crossed by Melinda Taub follows Verona's characters from Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet after the tragic events, exploring the aftermath for both the Montagues and Capulets. As tension remains high between the families, a proposed union between Benvolio and Rosaline seeks to bring peace, but underlying conflicts threaten further discord.

Romantic

Suspenseful

Bittersweet

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.2

4,785 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Still Star-Crossed by Melinda Taub offers a fresh take on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet universe. Readers appreciate its engaging plot and rich historical setting. However, some critique the pacing and character development as uneven. While the novel captivates with its romantic intrigue and political drama, it may not satisfy all Shakespeare purists.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Still Star-Crossed?

A reader who enjoys Still Star-Crossed by Melinda Taub likely appreciates romantic drama set in rich historical contexts, akin to Shakespearean plays. Fans of Romeo and Juliet or those drawn to character-driven narratives like The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern would find similar allure in its blend of romance and intrigue.

4.2

4,785 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Verona, Italy • Renaissance

Publication Year

2013

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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