The Magician
The Magician
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1900s
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Magician by W. Somerset Maugham, an aspiring surgeon encounters Oliver Haddo, a mysterious and charismatic occultist. The novel explores themes of power, obsession, and manipulation as Haddo's influence grows, leading to unsettling and dangerous consequences for those around him. Maugham delves into the complexities of human vulnerability and dark ambition.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Magician by W. Somerset Maugham presents an intriguing exploration of dark themes and human nature's complexities. Critics praise its atmospheric setting and Maugham's compelling prose. However, some find its pacing uneven and characters lacking depth. Overall, the novel is regarded as a captivating, albeit flawed, gothic narrative.
Who Should Read The Magician?
A reader interested in The Magician by W. Somerset Maugham would likely appreciate dark, psychological novels exploring themes of obsession and manipulation. Fans of Dracula by Bram Stoker or The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde, which feature gothic elements and complex characters, will enjoy this book.
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Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1900s
2007
Adult
18+ years
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