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Book Brief
352
Novel • Fiction
France • 1950s
1957
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Scapegoat by Daphne du Maurier, a disillusioned English professor encounters a French aristocrat who is his exact double. The two exchange identities, leading the professor to navigate complexities of family, relationships, and personal transformation in a foreign environment. The narrative explores themes of identity and belonging.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Dark
Melancholic
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Daphne du Maurier's The Scapegoat captivates with its intriguing plot and atmospheric setting. Critics praise its exploration of identity and masterful suspense. However, some note its pacing can lag. Overall, the novel remains a compelling psychological drama with du Maurier's signature gothic touch.
Who Should Read The Scapegoat?
A reader who enjoys psychological thrillers with rich character studies and identity exploration would appreciate Daphne du Maurier's The Scapegoat. Fans of Robert Louis Stevenson's Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde and Patricia Highsmith's The Talented Mr. Ripley would find its themes and suspense appealing.
352
Novel • Fiction
France • 1950s
1957
Adult
18+ years