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Marry, Date, or Dump these Shakespeare Heroes and We’ll Give You a Romance Novel to Read

Make the decision to marry, date, or dump each of these male characters from Shakepeare's plays, and we will give you a romance novel recommendation.

Alison Doherty

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Alison Doherty is a writing teacher and part time assistant professor living in Brooklyn, New York. She has an MFA from The New School in writing for children and teenagers. She loves writing about books on the Internet, listening to audiobooks on the subway, and reading anything with a twisty plot or a happily ever after.

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Whether comedies, tragedies, or problem plays, Shakespeare loved a good romance. And while I prefer most of his strong female characters, there are a few fellows the Bard created that I would consider marrying or at least dating (I’m looking at you Benedict). But since some folks might be more of a Romeo fan…or Hamlet (no judgement)…or even Macbeth (a little judgement), here are ten Shakespeare Heroes to marry, date, or dump. Based on your answers, we’ll give you a romance novel to fit with your Shakespearian preferences.

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