My Cousin Rachel
Description
When his beloved guardian Ambrose marries the mysterious widow Rachel in Italy and begins sending increasingly troubling letters home, young Philip finds himself consumed by suspicion and doubt. Separated by distance and circumstance, Philip must piece together the truth from cryptic correspondence that hints at sinister intentions—but is Rachel a calculating schemer or is Philip's imagination running away with him? Daphne du Maurier masterfully weaves a tale of psychological intrigue and moral ambiguity, exploring themes of jealousy, manipulation, and the dangerous power of perception. As Philip's obsession deepens, the line between protective concern and destructive paranoia blurs, leading him down a path that will test his judgment and his conscience. A gripping exploration of trust betrayed and the question of whether we can ever truly know another person's heart.
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Published Sep 19, 2017
332 pages
ISBN: 9781976552489
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Published Jan 1, 2013
ISBN: 9780316252973
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First Published
1951
Language
eng
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