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It's earn the title of Classic
This novel starts slow but gains momentum into an explosive ending. I knew very little about this novel so the whole thing took me by surprise. Beautifully... READ MORE
Hauntingly Beautiful!
From the brilliance of the classic first line "Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again" to the sudden ending I was wrapped up in Rebecca and didn't w... READ MORE
Last night I dreamed I read Rebecca again
What's it like marrying a man with secret? Or living with a crazed housekeeper? Find out in this beautiful book which has, in my opinion, the most memorabl... READ MORE
A classic that keeps on giving
Beautiful book that has stayed with me a long time after reading, and which I recently re-read. I found that I picked up a lot more on the second reading. ... READ MORE
An ultimate MUST READ
I adore Daphne DuMaurier's writing and Rebecca is the perfect introduction to her gothic mystery stylings.
Rebecca. a woman of ‘confidence, grace, beauty, intelligence, wit…’, and the sea.
I first read this many, many years ago. It is a classic after all. I picked up my most recent copy as I loved the cover (appearances do matter, it seems) –... READ MORE
What an utter delight of a novel!
Rebecca tells us the story of a naive, unexperienced-in-life, young woman who marries a man twice her age and departs to live at Manderley - a whole charac... READ MORE
An uncanny and thrilling mystery
A fantastically atmospheric, immersive and chilling novel crammed with evocative descriptions, compelling characters (I love Frank Crawley so much, my fell... READ MORE
One of those special top level classics
This is one of those special top notch thriller crime fictions. It seeps into your soul, into your mind, you read it once, then you read it again and again... READ MORE
Superb thriller and beyond
If you haven't discovered this book, it is a must read. Rightly classed as a classic, it is ground breaking, moody, thrilling and a mystery with more than ... READ MORE
A MUST-READ!
Rebecca is one of my favourite classics and, so far, not a single movie adaptation has done it justice! It's perfect for fans of gothic, suspense, mystery ... READ MORE
Synopsis
FALL IN LOVE WITH THE NOVEL THAT INSPIRED TAYLOR SWIFT
'An unforgettable masterpiece . . . filled with razor-sharp tension, escalating dread, and a twist that chills to the bone' FREIDA MCFADDEN
'It's the book every writer wishes they'd written' CLARE MACKINTOSH
'The greatest psychological thriller of all time' ERIN KELLY
'Rebecca has woven its way into the fabric of our culture with all the troubling power of myth or dream. A stunning book' SARAH PERRY
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He did not belong to me at all, he belonged to Rebecca. . .
Everyone knows that Maxim de Winter was obsessed with his glamorous wife - and devastated by her tragic death. So when he proposes to a shy, anxious young woman after a whirlwind meeting in the South of France, no one is more surprised than the new bride herself. But when they reach Manderley, his beautiful, isolated Cornish mansion, the second Mrs de Winter begins to realise that every inch of her new home - and everyone in it - still belongs to Rebecca.
'The perfect story by the perfect storyteller' JOANNA CANNON
'One of my all-time favourites' ERIN MORGENSTERN
'Will chill you as much as any thriller' ALICE SLATER
'Daphne du Maurier created a scale by which modern women can measure their feelings' STEPHEN KING
'She's so deviant. So fascinating' EMERALD FENNELL
Publisher information
- Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
- ISBN: 9780349019253
- Number of pages: 448
- Dimensions: 196 x 126 x 34 mm
- Weight: 352g
- Languages: English
Customer Reviews
View allRebecca
This is the perfect book to sit with on the sofa, a fire burning, and lots of chocolate. As soon I read the oh-so-familliar opening line of "Last night I d... READ MORE
If Mr Rochester had went that step further!
Rebecca was full of surprises and is a haunting read. A book identified when chatting about Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre, it certainly lives up to the hype... READ MORE
Better than Bronte
I had a feeling that I was going to enjoy this book but I really did not realise how true that would be, particularly given that this is not one of my more... READ MORE
lovers and liiars
I read lovers and liars but is not listed here on waterstones. If you are a fan of sally's work and get hold of a copy of lovers and liars you will enjoy i... READ MORE
Rebecca
What people don't tell you about this book is how funny it is. The opening third or so, which takes place before the characters reach Manderley, is wonder... READ MORE
I see what all the fuss is about now!
I found this book slow to start. I have read some of Du Maurier's short story collections (Don't look now and The birds) and found them compelling. So I ... READ MORE
Unbearable suspense!
Rebecca has long been discussed as a modern Gothic Romantic tale. However, the plot and characters are much more subtle than the Gothic genre ever was with... READ MORE
Fluid and Intriguing
Daphne du Maurier's effortless writing style allows 'Rebecca' to be read so fluidly with each page gliding onto the next without you even realising. The na... READ MORE
Fantastic haunting quality
Fantastic book that must be read by those who love haunting stories or gothic romance. Of course by the same author of my cousin Rachel which is also a gre... READ MORE
The book is way better than the film
In fact it turns the narrative of the film on its head. Brilliant.
Last night I dreamed I went to Manderley again
I think most people know that line either from the film or passed its even quoted in Stephen King. Last night I dreamed I went to Manderley again it just s... READ MORE
Poignant and Beautifully written
Brought this book, a day before the second lockdown. It has helped me get through it. Poignant and beautifully written story by Daphne Du Maurier. This is ... READ MORE
Absolutely LOVED this!
It's beautifully written, gripping and full of mystery; a book I'm genuinely excited to read again
The best book I have ever read!
All I can say is that this book is phenomenal! The writing, the plot, the suspense, it is INCREDIBLE. It has a bit of a slow start, but just keep reading a... READ MORE
Eerie, Addictive, and Left Me Wanting More
I picked up this book during the week under the impression that it was a classic ghost story. I knew nothing about it other than Mr de Winter’s dead wife w... READ MORE
One of the best books I’ve ever read
The blurb is quite vague and before I read this I had no idea what I was in for. The novel slowly quickens it’s pace as you read. It is so well written and... READ MORE
Iconic novel
Just adore this novel. This woman is the queen of tension, I love this book so much. It's famous for a reason!
Masterpiece.
I personally love this book. It is amazing and is a must-read. In my opinion I found it similar in ways to ‘Jane Eyre’ by Charlotte Brontë, and would recom... READ MORE
Beautiful version
Beautiful copy of one of my favourite books
Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again...
‘’Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again’’ - probably the most famous opening line of any literary book.
What a brilliant book! This classic mast... READ MORE
Stunning book
What a great read. It’s made me want to read more of De Maurier but also more classic novels. It’s become my entire personality. I recommend to absolutely ... READ MORE
Amazing read ever
I have read this book and it’s amazing the way the author has brought the book together with the words and the way you read it makes a story happen in your... READ MORE
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier is a classic and deservedly so, it has everything you need when reading a thriller. The storyline, the characters and the sett... READ MORE
Wow
Wow…. Just wow!!!! The beauty of Manderly, the portrayal of emotions and the twists and turns of the plot within the chapters, 100% worth reading, 100% wor... READ MORE
My Favourite Book Ever!!!
I love this book with a passion! Incredible details that don't seem pretentious, which is hard to come by, 10/10 honestly. This book got me in to English l... READ MORE
A book of two halves
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier is a classic novel originally published in 1938. It opens with one of the most famous first lines in literature: “Last night I... READ MORE
Amazing book
I personally love this book. It is amazing and is a must-read. In my opinion I found it similar in ways to ‘Jane Eyre’ by Charlotte Brontë, and would recom... READ MORE
Dark gothic drama
Last night I dreamt I went to Manderley again..." has to be one of the most famous opening lines of any book (or film). I fell in love with this book afte... READ MORE
Gripping
Rebecca the titular character of this book is not the heroine of this book as that is our unnamed young heroine, who in my opinion deserved to be named and... READ MORE
Utterly Fabulous
One of the best books I've ever read. It's written very well and pulls you in immediately. I've never read a book so fast. Highly recommend.
On this copy... READ MORE