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3.81 AVERAGE
3.81 AVERAGE
I am a little disappointed in this book because I ended up enjoying Rebecca by du Maurier so much, and this one didn't quite meet my expectations. It's been difficult to rate this one without comparing it to another work, but I'm going to do my best.
The disparagement of women, especially since the book was written by a woman, was frustrating, but easy to understand when you consider the time period the story takes place and the period of time in which the book was written. Despite taking the time to put the negative comments about women into context, it did not make me feel any better about the protagonist's life choice at the end of the book, which, personally, seemed like an incredibly dumb one, woman of the 1800s or not.
If I forget about the ending of the book, I was pretty pleased with the main character being strong, facing her fears, taking action when needed, despite calling out all her weaknesses because of being a woman. I really felt for her. She did her best in a situation that was beyond her control in a time when she couldn't just pack up and make her own way.
I did appreciate the mystery, setting, ambiance, etc. of the story. It was a great read for chilly weather and fall storms. The descriptions were moody and really gave you a great sense of place, and that was fun. The characters you are supposed to despise were definitely despicable. Personally, I found it refreshing to have an antagonist with no redeeming qualities. The big 'surprise' reveal at the ending felt somewhat obvious to me, but it was still an interesting twist, and I certainly got the creeps reading the last quarter of the book alone in a dark house.
I might consider rereading this one again in a few years and would recommend it to anyone that enjoys moody, historical fiction with a touch of mystery.
The disparagement of women, especially since the book was written by a woman, was frustrating, but easy to understand when you consider the time period the story takes place and the period of time in which the book was written. Despite taking the time to put the negative comments about women into context, it did not make me feel any better about the protagonist's life choice at the end of the book, which, personally, seemed like an incredibly dumb one, woman of the 1800s or not.
If I forget about the ending of the book, I was pretty pleased with the main character being strong, facing her fears, taking action when needed, despite calling out all her weaknesses because of being a woman. I really felt for her. She did her best in a situation that was beyond her control in a time when she couldn't just pack up and make her own way.
I did appreciate the mystery, setting, ambiance, etc. of the story. It was a great read for chilly weather and fall storms. The descriptions were moody and really gave you a great sense of place, and that was fun. The characters you are supposed to despise were definitely despicable. Personally, I found it refreshing to have an antagonist with no redeeming qualities. The big 'surprise' reveal at the ending felt somewhat obvious to me, but it was still an interesting twist, and I certainly got the creeps reading the last quarter of the book alone in a dark house.
I might consider rereading this one again in a few years and would recommend it to anyone that enjoys moody, historical fiction with a touch of mystery.
We stopped off at Jamaica Inn on our way to the South Cornwall coast and its amazingly atmospheric and prompted me to read Jamaica Inn whilst in Cornwall.
The book is incredible, it's gothic and atmospheric just like the actual Jamaica Inn! A great read for dark and stormy nights!
The book is incredible, it's gothic and atmospheric just like the actual Jamaica Inn! A great read for dark and stormy nights!
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
its always the vicar
3.5
I relate to Mary rapidly jumping to conclusions while knowing only like 20% of the relevant information lmao
I relate to Mary rapidly jumping to conclusions while knowing only like 20% of the relevant information lmao
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Murder
Moderate: Death, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Death of parent, Toxic friendship
Several uses of the g***y slur
dark
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No