53 pages 1 hour read

Daphne du Maurier

Jamaica Inn

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1935

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Daphne du Maurier's Jamaica Inn garners praise for its gothic atmosphere, vivid setting, and suspenseful plot, capturing readers' imaginations. Critics commend the strong, compelling heroine and intricate character development. However, some note predictable plot points and occasional melodrama. Overall, it's a gripping and evocative tale recommended for fans of gothic fiction.

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Who Should Read Jamaica Inn?

A reader who enjoys thrilling, atmospheric Gothic novels with strong, complex characters and dark, suspenseful settings would love Jamaica Inn by Daphne du Maurier. Comparable to Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre and Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights, this novel appeals to those captivated by tales of mystery, danger, and romance in desolate landscapes.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Classic Fiction
Historical Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Topics
History: World