Lady Macbeth (Trade Paperback) by Ava Reid

A Riveting Reimagining of Shakespeare’s Iconic Villain

Explore the dark and captivating world of Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid, a bold reimagining of one of Shakespeare's most iconic characters. In this stunning retelling, Reid delves deep into the psyche of Lady Macbeth, giving her a voice and a backstory that transcends the original play. With rich prose and atmospheric world-building, Reid paints a portrait of a woman caught between ambition, power, and an unforgiving fate.

Set in a world of magic, manipulation, and moral conflict, Lady Macbeth offers a fresh perspective on the woman behind the tragedy. This powerful novel reinterprets the infamous character, revealing her complex motivations and humanizing her in a way that Shakespeare never did. Fans of historical fiction and those who love reimagined classics will be captivated by Ava Reid’s daring storytelling and intricate character development.

Fair is foul and foul is fair.

From the Sunday Times bestselling author of A STUDY IN DROWNING comes a reimagining of Lady Macbeth, Shakespeare’s most famous villainess, giving her a voice, a past, and a power that transforms the story men have written for her.

The Lady knows the stories: that her eyes induce madness in men.

The Lady knows she will be wed to the Scottish brute, who does not leave his warrior ways behind when he comes to the marriage bed.

The Lady knows his hostile, suspicious court will be a game of survival, requiring all of her wiles and hidden witchcraft to survive.

But the Lady does not know her husband has occult secrets of his own. She does not know that prophecy girds him like armour. She does not know that her magic is greater, and more dangerous, and that it will threaten the order of the world.

She does not know this yet. But she will.

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