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Rebecca [Large Print] (Hardcover)

by Daphne, Dame Du Maurier (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (286 customer reviews)

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Surely no audiobook collection should be without some version of this timeless classic, arguably the most famous and well-loved gothic novel of the 20th century, and this production would be an excellent choice. Read in wonderfully British cadences by Anna Massey, all the mysterious and oppressive nuances are made immediate and chilling. We even feel some sympathy for the absurdly timid and cowering heroine; it is, after all, easy to imagine feeling woefully inferior to the predecessor and desperately eager to please. Of course the story requires great leaps of credulity... Forget the movie; it makes mincemeat of the actual tale. A wise seven-year-old once told me, "The book is always betterDit goes right into your head." This is a prime exampleDlisten again; it gets even better. Highly recommended.DHarriet Edwards, East Meadow P.L., NY
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.


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Acorn Audio's "enhanced audiotrack" offers the original actors' voices, music and sound effects from the recent PBS dramatization -- with added narration to create a complete listening experience. The incomparable Diana Rigg (host of "Mystery") illuminates the sociopathic Mrs. Danvers, who smolders with rage at the appearance of a new mistress. Charles Dance, as Maxim, has two tough acts to follow -- Lord Laurence Olivier in the 1940 Alfred Hitchock film and Jeremy Brett in the first PBS production. Dance softens the character of de Winter, reducing the romantic, but now seemingly condescending, panache of his predecessors. This is an enjoyable production, but if you're unfamiliar, better to start with Recorded Books' 1988 production, as this new one neglects du Maurier's unforgettable opening, "Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again. . ." (Heresy.) E.K.D. (c) AudioFile, Portland, Maine
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!!!, Jun 11 2003
By Mark Twain "Sam" (www.chismetime.com) - See all my reviews
"Last night I dreamt I went to Manderly again..."

With that opening sentence, Rebecca offers an addicting and engrossing journey into the mind of our unnamed heroine, slowly tortured by her new marriage to Maxim DeWinter, a man twice her age, and haunted by his dead first wife, Rebecca--whose body was never discovered. She finds herself living in Rebecca's shadow and haunted by the mystery of the woman's death. She is and always will be the SECOND Mrs. DeWinter, something the sinister housekeeper, Ms. Danvers, will not let her forget.

Rebecca is a novel of mystery and passion, a deliciously dark psychological tale with a brooding atmosphere and unbearable tension. Daphne DuMaurier has crafted an exceptional masterpiece of romantic suspense, one of the best books of the 20th century and possibly the best book in the romantic suspense genre. Highly Recommended!!!

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3.0 out of 5 stars The Search for Happiness, May 27 2002
This is a novel of mystery as well as intrigue. It is exceptionally written and an alluring read. The narrator, young and naive sets out to a new life she could only dream of. She is recently married to the rich and secretive Maxim de Winter, who owns the Manderly mansion. His former life plagues her and reveals horrific details of Maxim's past. Rebecca, Maxim's late wife, whose shadow the narrator walks in, becomes the one person who can shatter her newly found happiness. Rebecca's death still holds mystery but the truth has its ways of being known. I thought the book to be thrilling and compelling, keeping you at the edge of your seat with each turn of the page. The language is very descriptive and almost poetic. Each character, setting and element significant to the novel is vividly portrayed through her eloquent writings. This novel truly is a joy to read due to the puzzling plot which keeps the reader guessing right up to the very end.
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5.0 out of 5 stars An Amazing Novel, May 6 2002
By Rachel Kaye (Connecticut, USA) - See all my reviews
Rebecca was an amazing novel!! From the nameless herione to mysterious Maxim De Winter and Manderlay to the book's namesake, Rebecca. Du Marier's book was amazing, and I highly suggest it to anyone. It will take you on a rollar coaster of amazing intervowen plots and shocking secrets. Go buy Rebecca today!
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1.0 out of 5 stars Unengaging
Read a few chapters, found it boring and so I gave up on it. (DNF)
Published on Sep 25 2004 by Ez

4.0 out of 5 stars Actually 4 1/2 stars...
WOW! What a great book! This was actually my first real "Grown-Up" person novel that I have ever read, and im only 14 yrs old! Read more
Published on Jun 15 2003 by Ne0nXSuNsHine

5.0 out of 5 stars Hauntingly Beautiful
After knowing Maxim de Winter for only a few weeks, the narrator marries him and is taken back to his estate Manderley on the coast of England. Read more
Published on April 30 2002 by Jenna Newmark

5.0 out of 5 stars A good mystery
This novel is amazing! DuMaurier tells a great, original story with twists and turns no one could imagine. Read more
Published on April 8 2002 by bookworm_alanna

4.0 out of 5 stars Compelling-page turner
Rebecca is a book whose name and cover force recollections from many readers of fiction. I had somehow escaped this story during my younger days but am delighted to have found... Read more
Published on April 6 2002 by Sharon Derico

1.0 out of 5 stars can you say B-O-R-I-N-G???
I HAD TO READ THIS FOR MY RESEARCH PAPER AND I CAN TELL YOU IT IS NOT GOING TO BE AN A+ PAPER BECAUSE HOW IN THE WORLD CAN YOU WRITE A PAPER IF YOU DON'T GET THE BOOK. Read more
Published on April 1 2002 by MO FRITTS

5.0 out of 5 stars A Real Page Turner!
This book has to be one of the greatest books i'll ever read. My mother recommended me this book, and nagged me forever to read it. I finally did read it and finished in 4 days. Read more
Published on Mar 9 2002 by Lizzy

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book that must be read by everyone!!!
One of my teachers recommended this book to me; when she had told me about the plot of this story, I fell in love with it immediately. Read more
Published on Feb 26 2002 by Peony

5.0 out of 5 stars A true classic which is captivating
I read this book for my Freshman English class last year, and I must admit I was not looking foward to it -- I figured it would be just another boring "classic. Read more
Published on Jan 22 2002 by acapulco15

5.0 out of 5 stars Manipulative masterpiece.
The story begins with one of my favorite opening paragraphs (second only to A Tale of Two Cities): "Last night, I dreamed I went to Manderly again..... Read more
Published on Jan 17 2002 by Gwyn Gwyrdd

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