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A review by alicia_ann_reads
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
challenging
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I read this book for the first time 24 years ago in gr 10 English. Going into this read for my bookclub, I only remembered loving this book and having a vague sense of the plot.
I was curious if I'd still love it, and I absolutely do. Minus a few dated phrases from the 30's we wouldn't be using today.
The writing is atmospheric and descriptive and the nonstop thought process of the FMC while I'm sure tough for some felt like how I navigate life.
I felt all the emotions she felt.
I forgot about the "twist" in Rebecca's death, and all that happened after, except for the fire.
What I love the most is our nameless character, and how we can draw our own conclusions in the end. I do remember discussing this at length in school.
I was curious if I'd still love it, and I absolutely do. Minus a few dated phrases from the 30's we wouldn't be using today.
The writing is atmospheric and descriptive and the nonstop thought process of the FMC while I'm sure tough for some felt like how I navigate life.
I felt all the emotions she felt.
I forgot about the "twist" in Rebecca's death, and all that happened after, except for the fire.
What I love the most is our nameless character, and how we can draw our own conclusions in the end. I do remember discussing this at length in school.