The Robber Bride
by Margaret Atwood
The Robber Bride by Margaret Atwood holds a well received rating of 3.82 out of 5, based on 29.8K reader ratings. First published in 1993. The book spans 528 pages.
About The Robber Bride
Margaret Atwood's The Robber Bride is inspired by "The Robber Bridegroom," a wonderfully grisly tale from the Brothers Grimm in which an evil groom lures three maidens into his lair and devours them, one by one. But in her version, Atwood brilliantly recasts the monster as Zenia, a villainess of demonic proportions, and sets her loose in the lives of three friends, Tony, Charis, and Roz. All three "have lost men, spirit, money, and time to their old college acquaintance, Zenia. At various times, and in various emotional disguises, Zenia has insinuated her way into their lives and practically demolished them. To Tony, who almost lost her husband and jeopardized her academic career, Zenia is 'a lurking enemy commando.' To Roz, who did lose her husband and almost her magazine, Zenia is 'a cold and treacherous bitch.' To Charis, who lost a boyfriend, quarts of vegetable juice and some pet chickens, Zenia is a kind of zombie, maybe 'soulless'" (Lorrie Moore, New York Times Book Review). In love and war, illusion and deceit, Zenia's subterranean malevolence takes us deep into her enemies' pasts.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Margaret Atwood |
| Published | 1993 |
| Pages | 528 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 3.82 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 29,797 |
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What genre is The Robber Bride?
The Robber Bride is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is The Robber Bride worth reading?
Based on 29.8K reader ratings, The Robber Bride has an average score of 3.82 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Robber Bride?
The Robber Bride has 528 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote The Robber Bride?
The Robber Bride was written by Margaret Atwood. It was first published in 1993.
What is the ISBN for The Robber Bride?
The ISBN-13 for The Robber Bride is 9780385491040.0.
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