Me and Orson Welles
Me and Orson Welles
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2003
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1930s
2003
Adult
15-18 years
Super Short Summary
Set in Manhattan in 1937, Me and Orson Welles by Robert Kaplow follows Richard Samuels, a Jewish teenager from New Jersey, who unexpectedly joins Orson Welles's Mercury Theater. Richard, who idolizes Welles, juggles intense rehearsals for a modern version of Julius Caesar, romantic entanglements, and the challenges of working with the larger-than-life Welles.
Nostalgic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
635 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Me and Orson Welles by Robert Kaplow captivates with its well-researched historical setting and dynamic portrayal of Orson Welles. Readers appreciate the blend of fact and fiction, vivid characters, and engaging narrative. However, some find the pacing uneven and the protagonist less compelling compared to Welles. Overall, it's an enjoyable read for both history buffs and theater enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Me and Orson Welles?
Readers who enjoy Me and Orson Welles by Robert Kaplow typically relish historical fiction set in the theater world, especially those featuring vibrant, charismatic figures like Orson Welles. Fans of E.L. Doctorow's Ragtime or Paula McLain's The Paris Wife will likely appreciate Kaplow's vivid portrayal of 1930s New York City and its artistic milieu.
635 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
272
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1930s
2003
Adult
15-18 years
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