50 pages 1 hour read

Jeanette Winterson

Frankissstein

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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Frankissstein by Jeanette Winterson is praised for its inventive narrative and thought-provoking themes, blending Gothic elements with contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence and gender identity. Critics admire Winterson's wit and imagination but note that the novel's ambitious scope may overwhelm some readers, occasionally leading to underdeveloped subplots.

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Who Should Read Frankissstein?

A reader who would enjoy Frankissstein by Jeanette Winterson likely appreciates literary fiction with a blend of historical reimagination and futuristic speculation. Fans of The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger and Cloud Atlas by David Mitchell will find its exploration of identity, technology, and gender compelling.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Historical Fiction
Topics
LGBTQ
Themes
Identity: Femininity
Identity: Gender
Identity: Masculinity