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Shakespeare Undead Paperback – Bargain Price, June 8, 2010

by Lori Handeland (Author)

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Something wicked this way comes . . . and it keeps coming and coming and coming. . . .

William Shakespeare was one of history’s greatest writers, a master of words with a body of work that is truly impressive . . . some may say a little too impressive for a single man to accomplish in one lifetime. Perhaps, as many have speculated, he had assistance. Or perhaps the explanation is more . . . unusual.

Who was William Shakespeare?

Who was the Dark Lady of the Sonnets?

Why are the undead stalking the alleyways of London?

And can they be stopped?

Something is definitely rotten in the state of Denmark.

So brace yourself for a wild ride through twisted streets and shadowed graveyards of Elizabethan London, where you’ll discover how the Bard got his Bite.

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Product Details

Paperback: 291 pages
Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (June 8, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0312641524
ASIN: B0058M5TE2
Product Dimensions: 5.4 x 0.8 x 8.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,750,283 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #955 in Books > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Fantasy > Humorous
- #1163 in Books > Literature & Fiction > Genre Fiction > Horror > Vampires
- #5007 in Books > Literature & Fiction > United States > Humor

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

Double double, toil and trouble.

By Rosalie Stanton on July 20, 2010

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I really wish Amazon allowed for half-stars, because while I did enjoy this book, there were certain aspects that prevented me from giving it four stars.

A brief summary: "Shakespeare Undead" is about a necromancer vampire who goes by the name Will Shakespeare and has, among other things, penned a good percentage of the world's great literature over his considerably long life. He abstains from drinking from humans and raising zombies, though he has done both in the past. Teamed up with Kate, a zombie-slaying machine, Will works at chopping the undead down to size all the while attempting to identify the necromancer responsible for the zombie invasion. He and Kate are also infatuated with each other, though she is married and he is, well, a vampire.

There were many things to enjoy in "Shakespeare Undead." The writing is above par, and while I didn't care for the shifting POVs, it didn't distract me from the story as much as I thought it might. I also really enjoyed Ms. Handeland's characterization of Shakespeare. He is drawn as a brilliant, though aloof character, often fantasizing about various plot ideas that come to him at the most inconvenient moment. The audience is supposed to infer that Shakespeare ultimately pens "The Wizard of Oz," "The Sixth Sense," "Star Wars," and perhaps one or two other works of consideration. This was cute the first time the reference was made, but by the time Shakespeare started envisioning Princess Leia telling a wise old sage that he was her "only hope," the joke had run its course.

Ms. Handeland also did a good job of creating sizzling chemistry between Will and Kate. I truly enjoyed the back-and-forth of their relationship.Read more ›

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

Could Have Been Better

By BCB on December 3, 2010

Format: Paperback

I would've actually given this book 3.5 stars if that was possible. I enjoyed the premise of 'Shakespeare Undead' especially since I have a thing for zombies and historical fiction. It seemed like the perfect combination. While it was an enjoyable read at times it felt forced and hurried. The love story definitely took main stage and left the zombies lumbering along behind. I enjoyed the elements of allusion throughout the book (even the cornier ones with modern ties) and imagine if you don't know much about Shakespeare's works then those would be lost in the reading. Overall I liked the book but was a little disappointed by the lack of development (and what seems to be a deliberate nod to Shakespeare in Love).

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Shakespeare Undead will have you come alive for more!

By Cheryl Koch VINE VOICE on June 9, 2010

Format: Paperback

We are all familiar with William Shakespeare or you have at least heard of him. Though, do you really know the man behind the image? Like, where did William get his ideas and what type of company did he keep in his presence?

William Shakespeare did not become famous on his own. No, he had some help. First, Will was a vampire and hung out with zombies. Well, this is not exactly true about the zombies. William could be seen with zombies but this is only because he is trying to find out who is raising the dead.

Second Will became enthralled with the beautiful and lovely Katherine Dymond. Katherine was known as the "Dark Lady of the Sonnets" Katherine also is a zombie hunter. Yep....you guessed it...Katherine made some heads roll for William.

Mash ups of classic novels or story are becoming quite popular. Author, Lori Handeland is taking her turn with her latest novel, Shakespeare Undead. I have to say that I have read a few mash up novels now and this is the first one that I really liked. Mrs. Handeland brought a fun and new twist to an old, classic story about the famous William Shakespeare. This book was dark in all the right ways. I knew Shakespeare was portrayed as a vampire in this book but I did not expect the twist about him also having another ability. Don't want to give anything away. This other ability make Shakespeare unique and stand out from all the other vampires currently out in the reading world.

My only issue I had with this book was that it was told through first person. Usually, I don't have a problem with this but I did ad first with this book. It started with a grown Will but then the story would flash back to when it seemed Will was a little boy. It took my till about a third of the way into the book to get everything straight. Once I did, I was able to sit back and enjoy. Shakespeare Undead will have you come alive for more!

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fun Elizabethan fantasy spoof

By Harriet Klausner #1 HALL OF FAME on June 12, 2010

Format: Paperback

In 1592 London, William Shakespeare walks at night in the Southwark neighborhood when he is attacked. Amateur chasseur hunter of the undead Katherine slices his throat. However, Shakespeare counterattacks the lad who tried to cut off his head; only to find he is a she.

To his regret, the vampire bard is attracted to his chasseur especially after he steals a kiss from his dark lady. They soon team up on solving a mystery that threatens the undead and the living of London as zombie gangbangers troll the streets; while Shakespeare also wonders if this time he gets the happy ending with the girl instead of another tragedy in five acts; as the last one he wanted he lost to a Roman and ultimately the asp.

Shakespeare Undead is a lighthearted frolic based on the concept that the Bard would have needed several lifetimes to produce the quantity and quality of his work; thus he must have been an immortal vampire. That twisted logic permeates the humorous spoofing story line. With references to the Elizabethan Era and to the masterpieces, Lori Handeland provides an amusing lampooning starting with the Dark Lady star of the sonnets trying to cut off the Bard's head; making one wonder just who the Fool is when he wants her with his other head. Over the top of Westminster Abbey, this is a fun Elizabethan fantasy spoof.

Harriet Klausner

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I thoroughly enjoyed this book

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Anyone with any knowledge of Shakespeare's plays would enjoy the constant allusions, quotations, and plot devices. Read more

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New and exciting concept

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Shakespeare UndeadThis book caught my eye because of the title. Everyone talks about Shakespeare the writer but what if he had other tendencies. Read more

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Absolutely for fun only

I don't think I'm giving anything away by telling you that this novel is about Shakespeare the vampire. It's fun. And it has a Buffyesque character as well. Read more

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Fun for Shakespeare Fans

This is a fun, fast-paced book that will delight anyone with a sense of humor, knowledge of the works of Shakespeare, and a willingness to suspend preconceived notions of what is... Read more

Published on March 22, 2012 by Helen J.

This would have made Shakespeare more exciting

Rather charming literary mashup. This was a quick read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Moreover, I still remember, which can be tough with a such lighthearted book.

Published on February 23, 2012 by Breezy

Like candy popcorn

I devoured this book. It has it all: action, romance, vampires, zombie-killing, and Shakespeare quotes. A very fun read. Read more

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