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Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionNew York City • 2000s
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Friendship•
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Relationships•
Depression & Suicide2022
Bloomsbury Publishing
Adult
18+ years
Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors follows the turbulent relationship between Cleo, a 24-year-old artist, and Frank, a 45-year-old advertising director, who marry for convenience but develop genuine love amidst personal and financial struggles, complicated friendships, and infidelity in glittery yet decaying Manhattan. The book includes discussions of drug abuse and death by suicide.
Melancholic
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Romantic
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Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors explores themes of love and relationships with strikingly real characters and witty dialogue. Readers praise its emotional depth and engaging narrative style, though some criticize its pacing and complex subplots. Overall, it offers a compelling and thought-provoking read that resonates deeply, despite minor flaws.
A reader who enjoys Cleopatra and Frankenstein by Coco Mellors is likely drawn to contemporary, character-driven stories with complex relationships and emotional depth. Similar to Sally Rooney's Normal People and André Aciman's Call Me By Your Name, they appreciate nuanced explorations of love, identity, and personal growth.
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A successful businessman in his forties who runs a lucrative advertising agency and is deeply involved with Cleo. He grapples with personal demons while trying to maintain a stable exterior, often relying on drinking.
A 38-year-old woman known for her intelligence and wit, whose stable upbringing contrasts with the tumultuous lives of Frank and Cleo. She offers insight and stability and forms a meaningful connection with Frank.
Frank’s best friend, known for his striking looks and capitalist success, who struggles with maintaining long-term relationships. His lifestyle reflects a superficial approach to love and commitment.
A kind and successful restaurateur and friend to Frank and Cleo, who has faced personal loss and challenges. He embodies resilience and provides moral guidance to those around him.
Frank’s beautiful younger half-sister, an aspiring actress dealing with the pressures of New York City and her reliance on Frank. She navigates personal issues, including her health and identity within her social circle.
One of Cleo’s closest friends, who navigates his sexuality and familial estrangement amidst personal wealth. He struggles with feeling abandoned and turns to partying as a coping mechanism.
384
Novel • Fiction
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Modern Classic FictionNew York City • 2000s
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Friendship•
Art•
Relationships•
Depression & Suicide2022
Bloomsbury Publishing
Adult
18+ years
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