First published 1597
Richard, Duke of Gloucester, is a ruthless schemer who will stop at nothing to seize the crown. Manipulating his way through a web of court intrigue, he eliminates all who stand in his path - even his own brother. As the bodies pile up, Richard's grip on power tightens, but the people's resentment simmers. In the end, his insatiable ambition leads to a violent downfall, as the kingdom he forced into submission rises up to reclaim its rightful ruler.
Genres: drama, classic-literature, historical-fiction, tragedy
Vibes: dark, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, political-intrigue
Setting: Great Britain
Period: Richard III, 1483-1485, Henry VI, 1422-1461
280 pages · Paperback · The Arden Shakespeare
Content warnings: violence