Christopher Moore retweeted this photo yesterday, the first look at what may be the new cover art for his next novel, The Serpent of Venice. Another satirical spin on a Shakespearean tale, this novel sounds like it will be an alternate examination of the Bard's tale of Shylock and Portia. I loved Fool, Moore's first novel in this genre, which was a re-imagining of King Lear. It just so happens that The Merchant of Venice was my introduction to Shakespeare's work, and it remains one of my favourites. Filled with dynamic characters and lots of intrigue, The Merchant of Venice seems like an ideal candidate for Moore's special blend of whimisical satire and irreverant wit. Definitely something to look forward to, this novel is slated for release on April 22nd, 2014.
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