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Penmarric
Penmarric
Author: Susan Howatch
Against the starkly beautiful landscape of Cornwall, PENMARRIC is the totally enthralling saga of a family divided against itself. At the center of the novel is the great mansion called Penmarric. It is to Penmarric that Mark Castallack,a proud, strange, and sensitive man, brings his bride Janna- the first act in a tempestuous drama that was t...  more »
ISBN: 282634
Publication Date: 6/1971
Pages: 704
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Publisher: Fawcett Crest
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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SanJoseCa avatar reviewed Penmarric on + 328 more book reviews
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The novel shows that "life isn't always fair, and that past mistakes of others can have ramifictions for future generations." It's a passionate and intelligent story, yet easy to read. The plot and characters mimic true English history, AN EXCELLENT EPIC!
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A family saga over 3 generations that involves love and money, dividing the family. Emotional and detailed.
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Cattriona avatar reviewed Penmarric on + 200 more book reviews
This is a lengthy family saga, stretching from the Victorian era to the end of World War II, told from the perspective of a father, then several of his sons in turn. The flavor of Cornwall is well-described and there is a bit of a gothic tinge to the story. Aside from some antiquated sexual sentiments (e.g. a husband raping his wife to gain her respect), the characters are well-drawn and the pacing keeps the story moving.


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