The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe

A Truly Captivating Novel
Emma (Little_Hobbit204@hotmail.com), a unabashed novel reader, 06/06/2008

I'm still envolved in the book at the moment. And, despite a slow start, it quickly got me interested and now I am captivated by it. I find myself even shouting out exclamations for the characters like one does in a movie theater when the actors start walking towards the weird light and the creepy music starts playing. I can't wait to find out what happens next!!!

Also recommended: Northanger Abbey, Count of Monte Cristo, and The Three Musketeers.

Mysterious and Fantastic
Magdalena (romania1977@yahoo.com), a Jane Austen Fan, 04/25/2008

This was an awesome read. It does start out very slow but it's worth sticking to it. It is full of adventures and mysteries. Quite fabulous.....I definitely want to read more of her.

Also recommended: Northanger Abbey

Great book!
bookseller, A reviewer, 07/31/2005

The book started out slow, but once I got into it there was no putting the book down. There are so many mysteries throughout the book that it only adds to the intrigue. The author does well in answering all of the questions you form while reading the book. It was a great romance with adventure. I would recommend this book to any serious reader.

Also recommended: Woman in White, Princess Bride, The Count of Monte Cristo, any Jane Austen title, Scarlet Pimpernel

Super read!
A reviewer, A reviewer, 10/19/2004

Amazing book that kept me hooked all the way to the end. I fell in love with these characters. This book goes through all the emotions! It's great!!!

Also recommended: The Italian

The Best Book I Ever Read
Student, a High School Senior, 03/08/2004

I would greatly recommend The Mysterys of Udalpho, by Ann Radcliffe, to any adult or young adult who loves a suspenseful plot with an added bonus of romance. The Mysterys of Udalpho tells the classic story of good versus evil. The book’s focus is on a young orphaned heroine, Emily St Aubert. Radcliffe does a brilliant job in showing Emily’s growth physiologically as well as psychologically throughout the book. Emily is held a prisoner at the castle of Udalpho, where it is hard for her to tell reality from fantasy. The constant twists in the plot keep you on the edge of your seat as you are reading. The intricate plot comes together well with an exceptional ending that has you smiling and shaking your head in disbelief.