Set against the backdrop of the Black Plague in 1580's England, 'Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell unfolds the poignant story of a young Latin tutor named William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes. Agnes, a fierce and wild woman known for her unique healing abilities, becomes the cornerstone of their marriage, fostering Shakespeare's blossoming career in London's theatre scene. As destiny would have it, their world shatters when their young son, Hamnet, succumbs to a sudden fever. In the depths of grief and loss, the novel paints a luminous portrait of marriage and the indelible impact of a child, inspiring one of the most iconic plays ever written. 'Hamnet' is a moving work that explores family, love, and the magical threads that intertwine life and art.