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Rebecca vs The Outsider
Rebecca
50 positive (93%) · 3 mixed (6%) · 1 negative (2%)
Trust + time weighted: +89%
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Daphne du Maurier’s Rebecca is widely regarded by Reddit users as a masterpiece of Gothic fiction. It is frequently praised for its haunting atmosphere, spellbinding prose, and a significant plot twist that is integrated deeply into the narrative rather than occurring only at the end. While often discussed in horror communities, readers clarify it is a literary Gothic novel rather than modern horror, focusing on psychological suspense and the loss of romantic ideals.
Pros
- Masterpiece of Gothic atmosphere and suspense.
- Features a highly regarded plot twist that is well-integrated into the story.
- Described as 'hauntingly beautiful' and 'spellbinding,' particularly as an audiobook.
- Explores complex themes of marriage and the transition from romantic ideals to reality.
Top excerpts
You want a really good twist? Read Rebecca. No way that could have been done in the last ten pages.
***Rebecca*** by Daphne du Maurier
Daphne du Maurier - ***Rebecca***
If you liked Frankenstein, I’d suggest Jane Eyre or Rebecca.
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier blew me away!
The Outsider
19 positive (79%) · 5 mixed (21%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +81%
AI summary — not a quote
The Outsider is highly regarded by readers as a compelling hybrid of a grounded murder mystery and supernatural horror. While the first half is almost universally praised for its intense tension and procedural mystery, the second half's shift into paranormal territory and the eventual resolution are points of mild contention among fans.
Pros
- Masterful tension and mystery in the first half of the book.
- Highly recommended audiobook version.
- Engaging, short chapters that maintain a fast pace despite the book's length.
- Strong character work, particularly the inclusion of Holly Gibney.
Cons
- The final confrontation and reveal are frequently described as underwhelming or 'sputtering' compared to the buildup.
- The transition from a grounded mystery to a supernatural one may be jarring for some readers.
- Typical of the author's style, some find the overall length slightly excessive.
Top excerpts
Completely agree, the mystery was way more interesting than the reveal.
The Outsider by Stephen King would be perfect!
I would like to add to this that the audiobook for The Outsider, Only Good Indians, and The Buffalo Hunter Hunter are so good.
The Outsider- Stephen King
Some of my other favorites by him are Pickman's Model, The Outsider, The Statement of Randolph carter.