Molly answers “Can I read this without reading Macbeth...”

Willow Rosenberg asked this question about As I Descended:

Can I read this without reading Macbeth first? I basically know nothing about Macbeth, because I haven't read it in school

Molly Booth Absolutely! This book totally stands on its own as a read. I think it's fun if you know Macbeth, because you'll get to make note of how Talley adapted…moreAbsolutely! This book totally stands on its own as a read. I think it's fun if you know Macbeth, because you'll get to make note of how Talley adapted the story as you read, but it's definitely not necessary. My sister hasn't read Macbeth, just knows the basic premise, and she's totally into this book. (less)

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