Enjoyment (7/10):
I must say that I really enjoy dual perspective books as it allows the reader to develop unique sources of empathy towards different characters. Both arcs of Dr. Frankenstein and Frankenstein’s monster were quite enjoyable as you find yourself so badly rooting for Frankenstein’s monster to be accepted in society as he behaves exactly as one of us would. However, in the end Frankenstein’s monster actions stir the pot in who or what is justified with the actions taken place against Dr. Frankenstein. You find yourself rooting for both, but later your realize that either one or none can be happy.
Learning (1/10):
Unfortunately, this books offers little to learn, except for the important fact the distinction between Dr. Frankenstein and Frankenstein’s Monster, a detail so oft confused.
Broadening (8/10):
I would generally say this book did have two crazy impacts on my thoughts on life. First, was the arc where Frankenstein’s Monster tries to assimilate into society with purely good intentions only to be turned away. A view point like this has actually made me approach outsiders with a more open outlook as outsiders might not be such a monster. Secondly, how Frankenstein’s Monster so violently reacts against his creator and kills the people he loves dearly due to not making him a bride due to how unjust his existence was… and to me this sparks so much in parallel to if human-kind has such a creator would any of actions be justified as such if we felt our life was unjust? For we ourselves might be just evolution’s monsters.
Closing Remarks:
In closing, I must say that this was a great book if you want to place yourself in the shoes of an unlucky outcast who tries to do right and struggles with acceptance. For me it was a great mental exercise as I try to figure out who is morally right or wrong between Dr. Frankenstein and Frankenstein’s Monster.