Frankenstein

by Mary Shelley
Frankenstein cover
Good Books rating 4.17
Science Fiction (Sci-Fi)
Technical:
  • ID: 1905
  • Added: 2025-10-11
  • Updated: 2025-10-11
  • ISBN: 9780743487580
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2004-05-01
  • Formats: 44
  • Reviews: 3
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Mary Shelley's Frankenstein is a seminal work of Gothic literature that delves into the ethical and moral implications of scientific advancement. The novel is accompanied by detailed explanatory notes and an overview of key themes, providing readers with a deeper understanding of its enduring relevance. Beyond its chilling narrative, Frankenstein offers a profound exploration of isolation, responsibility, and the human condition. It challenges readers to question the limits of human ambition and the consequences of playing god.

Reviews
Novel On My Mind · 2025-06-30
loved 5.00

The reviewer loved the strong moral of the story and found the consequences brutal. They enjoyed it even more on a second read.

The reviewer was deeply moved by the strong and resonant moral of the story, finding the consequences particularly brutal and impactful. They mentioned that reading it a second time made the experience even more enjoyable, highlighting the depth and richness of the narrative. The reviewer appreciated the timeless themes and the emotional weight of the story.

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    I loved how strong and resonant the moral of the story was.

    The consequences were brutal.

    And on the second read, it was so much easier to appreciate the depth and richness of the narrative.

Joy V Spicer · 2023-01-10
thought-provoking 3.50

The reviewer finds it interesting that Frankenstein is often considered a horror story, noting that the only horror element is the presence of a monster.

The reviewer points out that Frankenstein is often misclassified as a horror story, arguing that the only horror element is the presence of a monster. They suggest that the story is more about the complexities of human nature and the consequences of ambition. The reviewer appreciates the nuanced exploration of these themes, making the story more thought-provoking than frightening.

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    It's interesting that 'Frankenstein' is thought of as a horror story when the only horror-box it ticks is the presence of a monster.

The Guardian · 2014-08-06
engaging 4.00

The reviewer found the story engaging despite frustration with Victor Frankenstein's arrogant narration. They highly recommend it with a rating of 4 out of 5.

The reviewer enjoyed the story overall but had some issues with Victor Frankenstein's arrogant narration, which at times made the reading experience frustrating. Despite this, they found the story compelling and would highly recommend it to others. They appreciated the depth and complexity of the narrative, which led them to rate it 4 out of 5.

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    Overall I would rate this story 4/5 because while at times I became frustrated with Victor Frankenstein's arrogant narration, I would highly recommend it.

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