Sylvia's Lovers
Sylvia's Lovers
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
RomanceWhitby, England • 1790s
1997
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sylvia's Lovers by Elizabeth Gaskell follows Sylvia Robson, a young woman navigating the challenges of love, family, and societal expectations in a coastal English town during the Napoleonic Wars. Through complex relationships and personal growth, Sylvia's life intertwines with themes of loyalty and betrayal, against a backdrop of historical and social turmoil.
Melancholic
Romantic
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Elizabeth Gaskell's Sylvia's Lovers is praised for its vivid portrayal of 1790s Yorkshire and its complex characters, particularly Sylvia and her emotional turmoil. Critics appreciate the novel's historical setting and exploration of love and betrayal, though some find its pacing slow and plot predictable. Overall, it offers a rich tapestry of human emotion set against a historical backdrop.
Who Should Read Sylvia's Lovers?
A reader who would enjoy Sylvia's Lovers likely appreciates historical fiction and intricate character studies set in romantic and morally complex settings. Fans of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice or Thomas Hardy's Tess of the d'Urbervilles would find similar depth in exploring societal constraints and personal dilemmas.
4,571 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
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Historical Fiction•
RomanceWhitby, England • 1790s
1997
Adult
18+ years
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