Clarissa

by Samuel Richardson
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  • Added: 2026-01-25
  • Updated: 2026-01-25
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Grubstlodger · 2023-12-20
brilliant 4.50

The novel excels in character creation and attention to detail, subtlety, and nuance. The depth of the characters and the intricate details make it a standout work.

This reviewer highlights Richardson's ability to create deeply nuanced characters and his attention to detail as the book's greatest strengths. They appreciate the subtlety and complexity of the characters, which brings the story to life. The novel is praised for its intricate details and the way it captures the essence of its characters, making it a remarkable piece of literature.

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    Probably Richardson's greatest success in the book is his creation of character and his attention to detail, subtlety and nuance to how each ...

    The depth of the characters and the intricate details make it a standout work.

    The novel excels in character creation and attention to detail, subtlety, and nuance.

Christina Wehner's Blog · Christina Wehner · 2016-04-25
harrowing 4.00

The novel portrays a horrifying cat-and-mouse game between Lovelace and Clarissa. Clarissa is essentially a prisoner, surrounded by lies and deceit.

Christina Wehner describes the novel as a tense and terrifying game of cat-and-mouse between Lovelace and Clarissa. She emphasizes how Clarissa is trapped, surrounded by lies and deceit, which adds to the suspense and drama of the story. The reviewer finds the dynamic between the characters chilling and compelling, making the novel a gripping read.

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    A horrifying cat-and-mouse game between Lovelace and Clarissa.

    She is essentially a prisoner and he surrounds her with lies and people who he presents one way.

    The novel portrays a tense and terrifying game of cat-and-mouse between Lovelace and Clarissa.

The Independent · 2012-01-12
intriguing 4.50

The novel is a paean to the power of the imagination. Richardson's use of epistolary fiction is innovative and compelling.

This reviewer sees the novel as a celebration of the power of the imagination. They appreciate Richardson's innovative use of epistolary fiction, which adds depth and complexity to the story. The novel is praised for its ability to engage the reader's imagination and create a rich, layered narrative. The reviewer finds the novel to be a testament to Richardson's skill as a writer.

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    The novel is a paean to the power of the imagination.

    Samuel Richardson was a plump, self-satisfied, rather pious and happily-married ...

    The genius of Richardson's narration is not simply the innovative use of epistolary fiction.

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