The Scarlet Pimpernel (Puffin Classics - The Essential Collection)

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Summary: Spellbinding, a must-read!!!
Review: Orczy spins a fine tale of deep intrigue and romance during the French Revolution. I couldn't peel my eyes off the pages as tension and suspicion mounted. The story will keep you riveted.

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Summary: Aristocratic Bad Prose
Review: Yes, I did read all of it. No, I wasn't forced. I disliked of my own free will. Perhaps because it's simply not my genre--there were times when one might call it "thrilling" and I had a soft spot for Chauvelin (villain et revolutionary!) From the very start, however, it was clear where Orkzy stood on the issues. Admitedly, the Revolution was out of control and had lost sight of it's motto: Liberty, Equality, Fraternity! But the first passages, in which Orkzy spits sarcasm at the very IDEA that the aristocracy had problems, are not remotely balanced. Politics ruined the read. Also, on a less subjective note, the Baroness is not a sophisticated writer. Her pros is far above, say, Michael Crighton's, but it lacks the sophistication of other "classics". Once she fonds an adjective she likes, she sticks to it like a bulldog. When she forgets to call Chauvelin 'fox-like" and "shrewd", i begin to get insecure. Is he still shrewd?!! Are his lips still thin?!! This, of course, is merely my opinion. I happen to be rather fond of it, but there are many intelligent readers who disagree. Dem them!

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Summary: Don't worry, keep reading!
Review: I liked this book, however, I did not find the beginning all that entertaining. If you suffer from the same affliction, don't worry, it gets MUCH MUCH better. " . . . That damned elusive Pimpernel . . . "

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Summary: I enjoyed this book verily
Review: This book has a riviting ending and a climax that will keep you at the edge of your seat. I reccommend this book to anyone who is looking for a classic that will never die.

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Summary: The Scarlet Pimpernel is clever and intriguing
Review: The Scarlet Pimpernel is a wonderful book in nearly all aspects. Cleverly written and intriguing at the very least, it is a book which should be read by all. It's one of those great books which one does not tire of no matter how many times one reads it! It's at the top of my book list.

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Summary: BOOK 1ST MOVIE 2ND
Review: I was captivated by this book from the moment I began reading - I could not put it down. One of my favorites. You'll enjoy the story better if you read the book BEFORE watching the movie (which is also excellent).

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Summary: A very well writen book ; with great irony.
Review: This book was very well writen. It almost pull you into the year 1792 "the year of grace". Above all Though it had great irony, so great it makes your mouth drop neary to the ground; above all that was the greatest aspect of the book. Although at some parts, not many at all, there was too little action, and very shappy love parts, not enough to destory the plot as so happens in many books. If you can get over a few "dry" moment of action and a couple of shappy love parts; you will love this book. You will love this book if you like great irony also.

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Summary: My review on The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy
Review: The Scarlet Pimpernel is one of the most well-written books I have ever read. It has suspense, Adventure, humor, and romance. I loved every page and I read it continuously!

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Summary: There are no better adventure/romance novels than this!
Review: I was extremely surprised at how much I liked this novel. I had read some of the best historic adventure novels such as Anthony Hope's "The Prisoner of Zenda" and Rafael Sabatini's "Scaramouche," and I had loved them. I gave this book no chance of surpassing either of those two. It did so easily. Because of the fast plot, surprises turn up at every turn of the page. Orczy blends adventure, romance, humor, and even some drama into this book exquisitely. Almost anybody would enjoy reading this extraordinary novel.

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Summary: Exciting, full of suspense with every page turn
Review: This book was excellent in every way. It is of average thickness, yet I managed to read it within two days. I just could not put it down. Each plot introduced was fun to follow, and when they culminated into one at the end, the action was great. The surprise upon learning the actual identity of the Scarlet Pimpernel was great as well. I truly recommend this book.