Review: Macbeth — Jo Nesbø
In this informal spoken review, the reviewer evaluates Jo Nesbø's novel that retells Shakespeare's Macbeth. They argue that Nesbø chose to rewrite the classic story in modern language rather than reimagine it, resulting in a slow start that takes about 120 pages before the plot gains momentum. The reviewer expresses disappointment, preferring a bold, cinematic reinterpretation—citing Baz Luhrmann's visually striking Romeo + Juliet as an example of the kind of fresh vision they wanted for Macbeth, perhaps set in a noir style. While they acknowledge their overall admiration for Nesbø as a writer, they conclude that this particular book does not meet their expectations, assigning it a “three‑quarter bollock” rating and advising readers to skip it if the early sections feel tedious.
