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The Club Dumas

Arturo Pérez-Reverte
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The Club Dumas

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993

Book Brief

Arturo Pérez-Reverte

The Club Dumas

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

362

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 1990s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Club Dumas by Arturo Pérez-Reverte and Sonia Soto follows Lucas Corso, a rare book dealer, as he investigates a mysterious manuscript related to Alexandre Dumas. The novel intertwines themes of literary obsession and the supernatural, weaving together a complex narrative filled with intrigue and historical references.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Contemplative

Informative

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

The Club Dumas by Arturo Pérez-Reverte and translated by Sonia Soto receives praise for its intricate plot and rich literary references, drawing readers into a suspenseful and intellectual thriller. However, some find the narrative occasionally convoluted and the ending polarizing. Overall, it’s a compelling read for literature enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Club Dumas?

Readers who relish intellectual thrillers, literary puzzles, and historical mysteries akin to The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco or The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafón will savor The Club Dumas. Lovers of rare books, complex narratives, and a touch of the supernatural will find this novel particularly engaging.

Book Details
Pages

362

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Europe • 1990s

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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