A review by ilovelucy
The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy

adventurous hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

I found this book very enjoyable.  While not written quite as well as some of my favorite Jane Austen books, I nonetheless enjoyed the romance between the two main characters. The villain was very hateable which is always a plus, and the excitement of the mystery/adventure was enough to keep me interested, but it was not too action packed to take away from the drama of Marguerite’s relationship. My biggest critique however would be the horrid antisemitism introduced in the third act. It was wholly unnecessary, deeply disturbing, and honestly quite sickening.  I would have given this book a 4 if not for that. 
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