Daughter of Satan

by Jean Plaidy
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Good Books rating 2.83
Historical Fiction
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  • ID: 6903
  • Added: 2025-12-05
  • Updated: 2025-12-05
  • ISBN: 9781448150588
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2012-09-13
  • Reviews: 3

Tamar's life is marked by mystery and danger from the moment she is born, as her mother believes she was conceived by the Devil. Growing up wild and beautiful, Tamar's intelligence and untutored nature draw the attention of two gentlemen, one passionate and the other pious. However, their romantic pursuits are overshadowed by the arrival of a terrifying witch-pricker in town, threatening Tamar's life. /n/n Set against the backdrop of historical events, Daughter of Satan is a gripping tale of fanaticism, persecution, and the search for a new life. From Old Plymouth to New Plymouth, Tamar's journey is one of survival and defiance, as she faces the challenges of a world that fears and misunderstands her.

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The Royal Reviews · 2011-05-26
negative 2.00

The main characters are not particularly likable, and the story suffers from weak storytelling and trite dialogue. The narrative is engaging but flawed in its execution.

In 'Daughter of Satan,' none of the main characters are particularly likable, which can make the story difficult to connect with. Bartle Cavill, for instance, is portrayed as a malicious bully who uses women as he pleases. This unlikable nature of the characters can detract from the overall enjoyment of the book. Additionally, the storytelling is weak, with trite dialogue and a poor storyline that doesn't hold up well. Despite these issues, the book has its moments and might appeal to fans of historical fiction who can overlook these flaws.

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    Interestingly in Daughter of Satan none of the main characters are really likable.

    Bartle Cavill is a malicious bully who uses women as he will.

    Easy to see this was an early Plaidy book. Poor storyline..doubtful history and weak theology. Trite dialogue. Nothing could redeem this book.

Goodreads · 2000-01-01
mixed 3.50

The book blends history and romance effectively, though some readers find the story weak and the theology questionable. The narrative is engaging but flawed in its execution.

This novel is a good example of historical fiction that tries to blend romance and drama. The story of Tamar, a girl believed to be the daughter of the Devil, is intriguing and set against a backdrop of superstition and persecution. However, some readers find the storyline weak and the theological aspects poorly handled. The characters, particularly the antagonist Bartle Cavill, are not particularly likable, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Despite these flaws, the book has its moments and might appeal to fans of historical romance.

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    Even Tamar's mother believed that the child had been forced on her by the Devil when, again…

    The story is a bit of a rags to riches, cinderella type story but with the theme of witchcraft and the persecution of witches.

    A wonderful blend of history and romance with drama.

LibraryThing · 2000-01-01
mixed 3.00

The story is a rags-to-riches tale with themes of witchcraft and persecution, but it can be a bit uneven. The narrative is engaging but flawed in its execution.

Daughter of Satan tells a rags-to-riches story with a twist of witchcraft and the persecution of witches. Tamar's journey from being ostracized to finding her place in the world is compelling. However, the story can be a bit uneven at times, with moments that feel rushed or underdeveloped. The themes of superstition and intolerance are well-explored, but the execution leaves something to be desired. Fans of historical fiction might find some enjoyment in the story, but it's not without its flaws.

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    The story is a bit of a rags to riches, cinderella type story but with the theme of witchcraft and the persecution of witches.

    At times the story is a little ...

    In a world of superstition and intolerance, Tamar, growing into a wild and beautiful girl, seemed doomed to violent death when the witch-pricker came to ...

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