The Löwensköld Ring
The Löwensköld Ring
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1991
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
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Classic Fiction•
FantasySweden • 18th Century
1991
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Löwensköld Ring by Selma Lagerlöf follows a community in early 18th-century Sweden, dealing with the mysterious curse linked to a deceased general's ring. As the tale unfolds, characters confront superstition, misfortune, and moral dilemmas intertwined with the ring's legend, impacting their lives across generations.
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Löwensköld Ring by Selma Lagerlöf is praised for its atmospheric storytelling and masterful weaving of folklore and the supernatural. Critics appreciate the compelling narrative and character development. However, some readers find the pacing uneven. Overall, it's considered a haunting and engaging novel with a unique blend of mystery and mythology.
Who Should Read The Löwensköld Ring?
A reader who enjoys The Löwensköld Ring by Selma Lagerlöf likely appreciates historical fiction with gothic elements, similar to fans of Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights or Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre. They are drawn to tales of mystery, lineage, and the supernatural within rich, atmospheric settings.
1,324 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
•
Classic Fiction•
FantasySweden • 18th Century
1991
Adult
18+ years
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