Romeo & Juliet

Romeo & JulietA New York Times bestseller Gareth Hinds's stylish graphic adaptation of the Bard's romantic tragedy offers modern touches including a diverse cast that underscores the story's universality. She's a Capulet. He's a Montague. But when Romeo and Juliet first meet, they don't know they're from rival families and when they find out, they don't care. Their love is honest and raw and all consuming. But it's also dangerous. How much will they have to

A New York Times bestseller

Gareth Hinds's stylish graphic adaptation of the Bard's romantic tragedy offers modern touches -- including a diverse cast that underscores the story's universality.

She's a Capulet. He's a Montague. But when Romeo and Juliet first meet, they don't know they're from rival families -- and when they find out, they don't care. Their love is honest and raw and all consuming.But it's also dangerous. How much will they have to sacrifice before they can be together?In a masterful adaptation faithful to Shakespeare's original text, Gareth Hinds transports readers to the sun-washed streets and market squares of Shakespeare's Verona, vividly bringing the classic play to life on the printed page.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 09/10/2013
ISBN: 9780763668075
Pages: 128
Weight: 1.01lbs
Size: 10.40h x 6.50w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 09/01/2013 pg. 97
Voice of Youth Advocates 10/01/2013 pg. 63 - Reviewed - More Editing Needed
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2013 pg. 120
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2014 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style
School Library Journal 11/01/2013

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 160441 / Romeo and Juliet
Reading Level: 4.4 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 1