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The Corsican Brothers

Alexandre Dumas
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The Corsican Brothers

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Alexandre Dumas

The Corsican Brothers

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

104

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Dramatic Literature

Historical Fiction
Setting

Corsica, France • 1840s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Corsican Brothers by Alexandre Dumas follows twins Louis and Lucien de Franchi, who are psychically connected despite being separated. Set against a backdrop of Corsican society and Parisian dueling culture, the story explores themes of family, destiny, and shared paranormal experiences as the brothers navigate challenges that impact them both deeply.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Fantastical

Emotional

Suspenseful

Reviews & Readership

4.0

1,344 ratings

61%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Corsican Brothers by Alexandre Dumas is praised for its compelling narrative and rich cultural backdrop. Readers appreciate the intriguing exploration of twin brotherhood and the vivid Corsican setting. Some critiques mention the plot's predictability and less dynamic secondary characters, but Dumas's engaging storytelling shines throughout.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Corsican Brothers?

A reader who enjoys The Corsican Brothers by Alexandre Dumas likely appreciates historical adventure, intricate family dynamics, and themes of vengeance, similar to those in The Count of Monte Cristo or The Three Musketeers. They favor dramatic storytelling with a blend of romance and honor set in richly detailed settings.

4.0

1,344 ratings

61%

Loved it

31%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

104

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Classic Fiction

Dramatic Literature

Historical Fiction
Setting

Corsica, France • 1840s

Topic
World History
Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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