A review by phoenix13
Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors

challenging emotional sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I really love this book. 

I ended up falling in love with Cleo and rooting her for the whole time. Frank was alright. A study in love, sex, and generational trauma.  

As an added bonus; the novel serves as a love letter to Manhattan.