Rebecca
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4,3 • Оценок: 471
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The multi million copy bestseller that has enthralled generations of readers. A haunting tale of obsessive love. A mesmerizing psychological thriller.
In Monte Carlo, our unnamed heroine is swept off her feet by the dashing widower Maxim de Winter and his sudden proposal of marriage. Orphaned and working as a lady’s maid, she can barely believe her luck.
It is only when they arrive at Manderley, her husband’s cavernous estate on the Cornish coast, that she realizes how vast a shadow his late wife, Rebecca, will cast over their lives—introducing a lingering evil that threatens to destroy their love from beyond the grave.
This universally acclaimed novel has remained consistently in print since its original publication in 1938 and has frequently been adapted—for television, radio, the theater, and film. Notable adaptations include the 1940 Alfred Hitchcock film, which received the Academy Award for Best Picture, and the 2020 Netflix film starring Lily James and Armie Hammer.
“Excellent entertainment ... Du Maurier created a scale by which modern women can measure their feelings.” —Stephen King, New York Times bestselling of author of You Like It Darker
“One of the most influential novels of the twentieth century, Rebecca has woven its way into the fabric of our culture with all the troubling power of myth or dream.” —Sarah Waters, bestselling author of Fingersmith
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A Classic That Actually Works
This isn’t the kind of book I usually read, but Rebecca was on sale and I decided to give it a shot. I’ve been trying to read more classics, and this one genuinely surprised me. From early on, you can tell there’s something going on beneath the surface, but it’s hard to pin down. The real story is buried deep in the book, slowly revealing itself, and that’s what makes it so effective.
The setting and time period fit the story perfectly and give it a strong atmosphere. The writing is very good and keeps the tension steady throughout. It’s not my favorite book, but it’s definitely one people should read at least once. It’s a long book, but the payoff makes it worth the time.
Disconcerting and engaging at once
I’m sure there are millions of reviews on this book as it’s been around for a very long time. But I would encourage any reader to read this story. Spoiler - pay close attention in the first couple of chapters! I breezed through them because I thought they were rather boring, but as i read and then got to the end, I realized what an important part those first two chapters played, so after finishing the book I went back and reread the first two chapters. An amazing mystery/thriller/love story/ period piece all in one book! She was an incredible writer!
what a twist
i was assigned this book for a class and from the synopsis the teacher gave me, i was already bored of it before i even started!! You begin reading the booking thinking it’s about a self conscious, meek girl trying to impress her hubby.... boy does that end quick!! the twist, the mystery, the excitement when the truth starts u raveling REALLY made this book a winner. Would read 10x over :)