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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
RATING: 5 STARS
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I loved the first book, and this sequel is even better. I love the characters even when I hate them. The drama in this book keeps me up every night reading longer than I should. Demelza, is now Mrs. Ross Poldark and finds it hard to fill that role. She knows that her husband loved another, and still might but she is determined to get Ross's love. Ross tries to gain rights to the community mines, but has George Warleggan in his way. Francis, his cousin is stuck in the middle. I cannot wait to read the next book!
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I loved the first book, and this sequel is even better. I love the characters even when I hate them. The drama in this book keeps me up every night reading longer than I should. Demelza, is now Mrs. Ross Poldark and finds it hard to fill that role. She knows that her husband loved another, and still might but she is determined to get Ross's love. Ross tries to gain rights to the community mines, but has George Warleggan in his way. Francis, his cousin is stuck in the middle. I cannot wait to read the next book!
You will learn about smelting, conditions of 18th century prisons in England, a sickness called the putrid throat, true love, and sorrow.
Winston Graham's Poldark series is a must-read for fans of English historical fiction. I do plan to finish the series eventually.
Winston Graham's Poldark series is a must-read for fans of English historical fiction. I do plan to finish the series eventually.
There is plenty of drama in this Cornish saga with some laughs, often from idle and potty mouthed servant Jud, but plenty of tragedy too. The ending is heartbreaking and I will be reading further to see how this affects Demelza and Ross because even though Demelza has gone through a lot more character growth during these two years, has become a valued member in the community, I wonder can she truly pick herself up after such devastation?
The historical detail of Cornish life in the 18th Century, plus breathtaking scenic descriptions that I can almost smell the salt in the air or feel the suffocating atmosphere of a tin or copper mine collapse, make this a favourite historical novel for me. Graham even touches on smuggling and wrecks and it would be interesting if he explores that more in subsequent books especially since it's the wealthy who profited, not the poor as shown by lack of foodstuffs being transported except for teas and spices to enhance gentry mealtimes.
Wonderful evocative and emotional writing with a diverse, but knowable, range of characters populating this small part of Cornwall. I need to read the next two books before watching Season Two of the BBC adaptation.
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
relaxing
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
hopeful
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Another very worthy entry in this series. I am taking one star off because I admit knowing the plot in advance removed a bit of interest. My strong advice is to read these books BEFORE watching the admirable TV series. I quit halfway through Season 2 in an effort to belatedly follow my own advice.
Solid easy read. Getting more depth to characters and world. Will read #3.
I really enjoyed Ross Poldark but I can't say the same for Demelza. I knew what was going to happen because I had watched the tv series but I don't think that is what dampened my enjoyment of the book. There were parts that seriously lagged for me and if I'm being honest the mining and smelting company just aren't that interesting to me as a reader. Debating reading more of the books. I'm concerned the series is going to become too much of a soap opera.