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Rebecca |
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Rating: Summary: Great book! Review: Rebecca was a great book to read. I had to read for school but the ending part was really amazing. First part was very boring and nothing really happens, but towards end it's really exciting. Why there isn't Mrs. Du Winter's first name? Also I only give 4 stars because it could been better if the first part of story is interesting. HOWEVER,Rebecca is good book to read if you like suspense. I am planning to read this book again! :)
Rating: Summary: Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Review: I first read this book when I was 13 for a book report in language arts. I thought, you know, what the heck, it's a mystery romance sort of thing and I'm a sucker for love. From the very first sentence, to the very last, I could not take my eyes off the page! It's a wonderful wonderful book that completely captures you. You'll hate Ms.Danvers, love the second Mrs. DeWinter and sympathize with her, and you'll feel sorry for Max. It's one of the best books ever! It's filled with suspense, fear, mystery, EVERYTHING you could ever hope for.
Rating: Summary: The Best Book! Review: This book, was a required summer reading book, which I had to read. At first I thought I would never enjoy it, I mean come on, it was written in 1938. The first chapter was horrible! But it got way better! Daphne Du Maurier, is an excellent writer, she made the book VERY intresting! I felt like I was Mrs. De Winter. I was tottally shocked to find out that Maxim murdered, Rebecca, but I still loved Max. I hated Mrs. Danvers, when she had that little scene where she screamed at her. I was devestated when she came down the stairs, in the outfit, and Maxim yelled at her. The parts I didn't like were the fact Mrs. de Winter didn't have a name, and the ending didn't corespond with the begining!
Rating: Summary: This is a great book! Review: This is the best book i have ever read, no girl should live without reading it!
Rating: Summary: One of Daphne DuMaurier's countless attributions Review: Daphne DuMaurier's finest work of art. "Rebecca" was the most magnificent piece of work she did. The "Jamaica Inn" was a great book also, but "Rebecca" just out does any other book she has ever written. This book was just a masterpiece. This mystery romance was just beautifully written and deserves a whole lot of acclaim.
Rating: Summary: This wonderful novel broadened my vocabulary tremendously! Review: I am 15 years old and read this book for the first time when I was 13. I loved it! It truely intrigues me. I have read it twice since then just because I liked it so much. I have already taken the PSAT, and I know I would not have known some of those words if it were not for reading Rebecca. I know I learned anywhere from 20-50 new words to add to my expanding vocabulary. All I have to say is:IT WAS GREAT!!!
Rating: Summary: The Best Mystery! Review: I read this book for my Great Books class, and it was great! I admit, the first couple of chapters are boring and they didn't catch my attention, but it gets so much better! While the narrator is at Manderley, she can feel Rebecca's shadow hovering over her life. There were times when I was reading when I could almost feel Rebecca's presence. I was definitely not prepared for the climax of the story. I really admire Daphne duMaurier for coming up with such a thrilling, powerful novel! I recommend this book - it will be well worth your time and money.
Rating: Summary: The Modern Publishing Industry Should Pay Attention Review: How sad is it that by current standards, Ms. Du Maurier's manuscript would never have made it past the Reader's desk at an editor's office? Ms. Du Maurier introduces her characters at a pace that today would be considered slow and unmarketable. But this is one of THE classics, filled with mystery, suspense--one of the true thrillers. And all of this without blood, lacerations and decomposed corpses in the first chapter. I remember reading and seeing the movie years ago as a teen, and gripping the edge of my seat. Now, as a mystery author, I could only wish to write a clever and exciting story such as this! Editors and publishers in the large houses should re-read this and remember what writing a thrilling mystery is about.
Rating: Summary: With the very first words... Review: "Last night I dreamed I went to Manderley again...", I was captured. Probably one of my top five favorite books, "Gone With The Wind" being first. I simply loved this story and the way it is written. They don't write novels like this any longer. The words and sentences are more clipped and spartan nowadays, and while I can't put down a John Grisham novel I also couldn't put down "Rebecca". And how many people noticed, I wonder, that the author never mentions the second Mrs. de Winter's first name, whereas the name of the first Mrs. de Winter, Rebecca, dominates everything! You must read it.
Rating: Summary: A wonderful, beautifully crafted story Review: I happened to pick up this book by chance, and I am extremely glad I did. From the time when the plot started taking shape, it enthralled me. I was very surprised by the way things turned out, and it was probably the last thing I would have expected. The characters were truly portrayed well, and while I can say that I did not always agree with their actions, I was rooting for them the whole time. The language was beautiful, the romance was charming, yet frustrating at times. The ending left you yearning for more, and I cannot wait to read the conclusion. If you have not read this book, I strongly suggest you do.
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