The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe (Volume Two)

[Jamie]

This is for the discussion of The Mysteries of Udolpho by Ann Radcliffe (Volume Two).

[Diane]

So far I don't think the Count Morano is a bad man. He's a bit officious but he seems descent.
The castle Udolpho is downright scary and I've got an idea about Signora Laurentini. I'm thinking Jane Eyre thoughts.
This is as much of a page turner as any mystery book written today.

[Jamie]

Diane wrote: "So far I don't think the Count Morano is a bad man. He's a bit officious but he seems descent.
The castle Udolpho is downright scary and I've got an idea about Signora Laurentini. I'm thinking Jan..."

Yes I agree its a page turner :) I think most normal people would lose it if they were in there. I sometime wonder how some characters stay as calm as they do (or seem to easily forget the terror). I think I would be a little like Annette! Montoni is a horrible person and one to fear. There are many secrets in this book! It's fun to try and piece them all together.

[Diane]

Yes. I'm dying to know what was under the black cloth that made her faint. And who locked the door?

[Jana]

I'm midway through volume two now, and the book is finally starting to catch me. I wasn't so sure about it for most of v1, but finally, some action!