Trilby by George du Maurier, Dennis Denisoff

368 pages first pub 1894 (editions)

fiction classics dark mysterious slow-paced
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First published in 1894, the story of the diva Trilby O'Ferrall and her mentor, Svengali, has entered the mythology of that period alongside Dracula and Sherlock Holmes. Immensely popular for years, the novel led to a hit play, a series of popular...

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Community Reviews Summary of 48 reviews

Moods

mysterious 66%
sad 66%
emotional 50%
lighthearted 50%
challenging 33%
dark 33%
funny 33%
tense 33%
adventurous 16%
reflective 16%
relaxing 16%

Pace

medium 57%
slow 42%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 80% | Character: 20%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 60% | No: 40%

Loveable characters?

No: 40% | Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 60% | No: 20% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

3.09

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