The Bloody Chamber
by Angela Carter

Name: The Bloody Chamber
Brand: Angela Carter
SKU: 9781840028874
Rating: 3.55 (135 reviews)

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Highlights

Small Cast

Female

Male

British Adaptation Historical Mystery

What readers are saying

Readers have mixed feelings about the adaptation of Angela Carter's 'The Bloody Chamber.' While many appreciate the writing and the atmospheric quality, some find the play lacking in engagement when read instead of performed. Overall, there is a consensus that the visual elements are crucial to fully experiencing the stories.

Beautiful language and ambienceStrong adaptation of the originalWell-written playDull when readNeeds visual performance

Synopsis

"All is yours, everywhere is open to you - except the lock that the single key fits.

You must promise, if you love me, to leave it well alone."When a 17 year old virgin marries a mature and charismatic Marquis it seems like a fairy tale.

But when the Marquis is called away on their wedding night, leaving her only her only his keys and a single instruction, her curiosity leads her to uncover a dark secret

Bryony Lavery's new stage adaptation of Angela Carter's story opened as a Northern Stage production in September 2008.