This play was immediately loved from the start! Every time I picked this up (as a buddy read, which made it more fun of course), I had such a great time. It had great lines and relatable characters, and I also despised some of the characters so much--which was why this play was so lovely to read. It sparked up some serious emotions!

Perhaps the story hit a bit too close to home, which made me feel all riled up but it was also why I enjoyed it so much. That for a play written ages ago, it is still so relatable even to this day. Human emotions are eternal. 

I was angry with Proteus, I was crying for Julia, I was supportive of Silvia, I laughed at the two fools, I was disappointed with Valentine. Everyone had their own roles and I was very invested through it all. 

This play would've been five stars if only the ending wasn't so terribly undercooked. The conclusion was (pardon my French) half-assed; there was no justice for the betrayals, the women were silenced, and there were plot holes I felt like it was hastily covered with twigs and leaves and left alone. I understand it was one of his first plays so it couldn't have been perfect but alright. I'm glad I read it though.