'THE OTHER HAMLET BROTHER' : BOOK REVIEW FOR MY NEW FAVORITE NOVEL
When I started reading the first chapter, I was entirely drawn in the book. Luke Swanson's words kept me on the edge throughout the journey of reading 'The Other Hamlet Brother'. Well, I've always loved this genre, so I was more than happy to review the book, and I'm pleased to say that it did much more than simply 'satisfy' me.
The Bare Bones
It's an ordinary day for Tim Hamlet, directing the actors who barely seem to be listening to him, for the play, 'A Tale of Marge and Tina!' (that's one of my favorite part). An ambassador from Elsinore conveys the message of the newly crowned, King Claudius, that is, to request Tim to come back to Elsinore. Tim has left Denmark when he was 15, and for five long years, he has not seen any of his family members, nor have they come to seek Tim.
Now, Tim has to face the question: To go, or not to go? ;)
The Other Hamlet Brother is an action-packed novel, never disappointing me. It tells tales of friendship, and of sheer rivalry, of loyalty, and of betrayal, of love, and of hatred. The story first begins in London itself, where Tim has managed to open a small theatre. Seeking for directions to reach the ambassador, he somehow ends in a messy situation, but also reunites with his friend, Nick Bottom. They further travel and Tim makes more friends, their friendship becoming quite thick in a very less amount of time. Tim, Nick, Dogberry, Romeo, Kent, Rogelio land on a magic island when their ship is wrecked and so, the story begins.
Luke Swanson has expertly detailed the island scenes, hanging me over each of the word. Tim's loyalty is like no other, and I'm very happy to say that Tim Hamlet has quickly become my favorite character.
The thing I love the most about the book, is how well I get to know Tim. Slowly, the author reveals Tim Hamlet bit by bit, my liking for him growing as he does so.
The Characters
Tim Hamlet, the lead protagonist, is an exceptionally loyal and a true fellow, not like the way I first pictured him, when Claudius was discussing him with Polonius. He was betrayed by his brother, and his family didn't care for him as much he wanted them to. It's very difficult to not love Tim's character, he so's true-hearted and reliable. (I don't think I can stop praising him, but believe me, you won't be able to do so too)
A Ton of Potential
The Other Hamlet Brother is a very adventurous book, and Luke Swanson's imagination is very appreciative. I like the way he makes his characters say goodbye, and those parts are quite moving. The Other Hamlet Brother is a fun journey to explore, and when I finished reading the novel, I wished I had taken it slow. I'll certainly be reading more from Luke Swanson, and I'm grateful to him for providing a review copy, and adding a new book to my favorite collection.
My Favorite Line
He can give up his autonomy today to ensure Hamlet will be able to make his own choices tomorrow.
-Tim Hamlet
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The Author
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