jcl9094 's review for:

The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry

3.0

dark emotional mysterious sad slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Complicated

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

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Set in the late 1800s Victorian London, it’s a story of science vs. superstition vs. faith. The actual mystery of the Essex Serpent was a non issue.  No real plot, just people going about their intertwined lives. I just don’t understand all the characters adulation with Cora Seaborne. Martha, Luke and Will all loved her. Why? The book was a bit of a slog to read.  It didn’t hit its stride until more than half way through.  At that point, I just wanted it to be done. Read for book club. Would not recommend.