Not into this

Part 3 is probably my favorite of the Henry VI plays.

Overall, a confusing, episodic play; however, there are plenty of fantastic scenes. Queen Margaret is a precursor of Lady Macbeth--and one of the few Shakespeare female characters who not only goes into battle but helps stab someone to death on the field. The Duke of Gloucester--Richard--steals the show, of course. He'll do anything to wear the diadem...

Lots of loyalty changes in this one kept the action moving. I liked it.

This is easily my favorite of the three Henry VI works. I find myself wishing that I was more familiar with the English history surrounding these plays, as I read them. I think they would mean more to someone who is. I can't help but wish that Shakespeare was around to write about the drama in today's politics. There would be less beheadings and swordplay, but plenty of political intrigue to make something of! I would love to see what he made of it all!

One last note, I think that for an actress, Queen Margaret would be one of the most entertaining characters to play. She is certainly a character who stands out!

War of the Roses tetralogy >>>> Henriad and no I am not taking constructive criticism at this time.

I really enjoyed the development of Richard. I am excited to read Richard III in a few weeks. I also really loved the character of Margaret. There is a great deal of woman-bashing/gender stereotyping that is insulting to the 21st century reader, but I can imagine Shakespeare's contemporaries getting a kick out of it.

Finally read part 3, although not as good as Part 1 and 2. It's a lot of war, politics, and intrigue without the delightful details that set apart Part 1 and Part 2. Probably enough war, politics, and intrigue these days in real life to suffice for all of us lately.

Love free classics on Kindle though! I know it's only hour 15 of the readathon, but it's bedtime. No promises I get up early enough to finish another one. #readathon