Remember, Remember

by Elle Machray
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Good Books rating 4.08
Historical Fiction
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  • ID: 4479
  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • ISBN: 9780008559540
  • Publisher: HarperCollins UK
  • Published: 2024-02-29
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3

This debut novel reimagines the Gunpowder Plot with a fresh perspective, weaving a tale of treason, loyalty, and survival. With vivid characters and a compelling narrative, it explores the complexities of history and human emotion. /n/n The story is praised for its explosive reimagining of a historical event, offering a rich and memorable experience. It delves into themes of betrayal, survival, and the human condition, making it a standout in historical fiction.

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NetGalley · 2024-02-29
captivating 3.75

The book is a captivating queer historical fiction that surprised the reviewer with its depth and engagement.

The reviewer was pleasantly surprised by how enraptured they were by this queer historical fiction set in London. They found the story to be captivating and well-crafted, with a depth that kept them engaged from start to finish. The reviewer appreciated the unique perspective and the way the author brought historical events to life. They also noted the book's ability to blend historical accuracy with a compelling narrative, making it a standout read.

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    This is a queer historical fiction taking place in London by author Elle Machray. I was surprised by how enraptured I was by ...

    The story is captivating and well-crafted, with a depth that kept me engaged from start to finish.

    The book's ability to blend historical accuracy with a compelling narrative, making it a standout read.

What Cathy Read Next · Cathy · 2024-02-21
engaging 4.00

The book transitions from a campaign for justice to a quest for vengeance, culminating in a daring plan. The narrative is engaging and thought-provoking.

Cathy found the book to be a compelling journey that starts with a quest for justice and evolves into a more complex narrative driven by vengeance. She appreciated the depth of the characters and the intricate plot, which kept her engaged throughout. The book's exploration of themes like justice and revenge is particularly noteworthy, making it a thought-provoking read. Cathy also highlighted the author's skill in weaving historical elements into a gripping story.

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    Remember, Remember begins as a campaign for justice, moves – after a pivotal event – to a quest for vengeance and, latterly, to a daring plan to bring about ...

    The narrative is engaging and thought-provoking, with well-developed characters that drive the story forward.

    The book's exploration of themes like justice and revenge is particularly noteworthy.

Tealeaves and Reads · 2023-11-28
powerful 4.50

The book is a powerful and humbling re-imagining of the Gunpowder Plot, blending humor and historical depth.

The reviewer was struck by the book's powerful and humbling portrayal of the Gunpowder Plot, which they found to be both entertaining and deeply moving. They appreciated the blend of humor and historical depth, which made the story both engaging and thought-provoking. The characters were particularly well-crafted, bringing the historical events to life in a way that felt both authentic and compelling. The reviewer also noted the book's ability to balance serious themes with moments of levity, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable read.

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    A powerful, humbling and extremely entertaining re-imagining of the Gunpowder Plot, this is a read that at times had a great amount of humour, ...

    The characters were particularly well-crafted, bringing the historical events to life in a way that felt both authentic and compelling.

    The book's ability to balance serious themes with moments of levity, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable read.

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