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433 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781785170287
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Picador
Publication date: 29 November 2014
The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton is a captivating read for fans of atmospheric and suspenseful historical fiction, particularly those who enjoy exploring complex family dynamics, secrets, and the intricate relationships between women, making it a perfect fit for readers who appreciate stories of love, obsession, and the blurred lines between truth and deception.
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There is nothing hidden that will not be revealed ... On an autumn day in 1686, eighteen-year-old Nella Oortman knocks at the door of a grand house in the wealthiest quarter of Amsterdam. She has come from the country to begin a new life as the...
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Graphic
Homophobia, Animal death, RacismModerate
Death, Racial slurs, Religious bigotryMinor
Slavery, Torture, Excrement433 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781785170287
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Picador
Publication date: 29 November 2014
The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton is a captivating read for fans of atmospheric and suspenseful historical fiction, particularly those who enjoy exploring complex family dynamics, secrets, and the intricate relationships between women, making it a perfect fit for readers who appreciate stories of love, obsession, and the blurred lines between truth and deception.
Description
There is nothing hidden that will not be revealed ... On an autumn day in 1686, eighteen-year-old Nella Oortman knocks at the door of a grand house in the wealthiest quarter of Amsterdam. She has come from the country to begin a new life as the...
Community Reviews
Moods
mysterious: 83%
emotional: 56%
dark: 48%
sad: 44%
tense: 34%
reflective: 20%
adventurous: 16%
challenging: 11%
hopeful: 6%
informative: 6%
inspiring: 3%
Pace
Plot or character driven?
Strong character development?
Loveable characters?
Diverse cast of characters?
Flaws of characters a main focus?
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Homophobia, Animal death, RacismModerate
Death, Racial slurs, Religious bigotryMinor
Slavery, Torture, Excrement