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By Any Other Name

by Jodi Picoult · 480 pages · Published August 2024
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3.75 / 5 across 15K ratings
Spice: 🌶️ (1/5)

A feminist, atmospheric Adult historical fiction built around shakespeare, female authorship, dual timeline. 480 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.

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Feminist. Atmospheric. Emotional.

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Mood profile
Romance
40%
Fantasy
0%
Pacing
3/5
Darkness
1/5
Spice
1/5
Core elements
Genre
Historical Fiction
Dual Timeline
Moods
Feminist
Atmospheric
Emotional
Key Tropes
Shakespeare
Female Authorship
Dual Timeline
Ending
Satisfying
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Sweet (1/5) — hints of romance but nothing explicit.

Who would enjoy By Any Other Name?

Readers who love feminist and atmospheric stories with shakespeare and female authorship. Best suited for Adult readers and up.

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A feminist, atmospheric Adult historical fiction built around shakespeare, female authorship, dual timeline. 480 pages with a gentle romantic thread and a satisfying conclusion.

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📚 Last reviewed: March 2026 Guide verified against current edition
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