The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe

The Mysteries of Udolpho

Ann Radcliffe with Karen Cass (Narrator)

30 hours, 17 minutes • first pub 1794 (editions)

fiction classics horror dark mysterious slow-paced

Description

Wildly popular upon its release, The Mysteries of Udolpho is a Gothic novel of undeniable charm and power. The virtuous and loving Emily, the young protagonist,  finds herself in the care of her aunt following the death of her father. Her aunt pro...

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Community Reviews Summary of 1,194 reviews

Moods

mysterious 90%
dark 69%
adventurous 45%
emotional 30%
tense 29%
challenging 22%
reflective 20%
sad 18%
funny 10%
hopeful 7%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 3%
inspiring 1%

Pace

slow 88%
medium 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Plot: 41% | Character: 9% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 34% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 36% | Yes: 36% | No: 24% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 79% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 5% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 45% | Yes: 33% | It's complicated: 19% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.25

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