Aurora Floyd
Aurora Floyd
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Classic Fiction•
Historical FictionEngland • 1860s
1999
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Aurora Floyd by Mary Elizabeth Braddon follows Aurora, a person with a mysterious past linked to a scandal. Set in Victorian England, the novel explores themes of love, identity, and social class as Aurora navigates relationships and secrets that challenge societal norms. Her journey reveals the impact of hidden truths on personal and familial bonds.
Mysterious
Dark
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
1,862 ratings
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Review Roundup
Aurora Floyd by Mary Elizabeth Braddon is praised for its engaging narrative and complex characters, capturing the intrigue of Victorian sensation fiction. Readers appreciate its exploration of themes like class and gender. However, some criticize its melodramatic elements and occasional predictability. Overall, it remains a compelling and thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Aurora Floyd?
A reader who enjoys Aurora Floyd by Mary Elizabeth Braddon would likely be drawn to Victorian sensation novels with strong female protagonists, mystery, and intrigue. Fans of The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins or Lady Audley's Secret by the same author would find similar enjoyment in Braddon's work.
1,862 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Classic Fiction•
Historical FictionEngland • 1860s
1999
Adult
18+ years
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