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New York: Ballantine Books, 1977
Description
Fiction. Literature. Historical Fiction. HTML: Warleggan presents the gripping fourth novel in Winston Graham's classic Poldark saga, the major TV series from Masterpiece on PBS. When Ross Poldark plunges into a highly speculative mining venture, he risks not only his family's financial security but also his already-turbulent marriage. When his old flame Elizabeth Warleggan re-enters his life, Ross is tested like never before. But soon, his wife Demelza retaliates, becoming dangerously involved with a handsome Scottish cavalry officer of her own. With the looming threat of bankruptcy and scandal, the Poldarks now face the possibility of disaster on all fronts. Will they be able to keep it together before everything falls apart? A tale of romance, revenge, and risk, Winston Graham's Warleggan brings you characters and rivalries you won't soon forget..… (more)
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LibraryThing member Joanne53
The 4th Poldark book....it was good enough to keep me interested in the series...I could not imagine abandoning the Poldarks now...only 8 more books to go.
LibraryThing member AdonisGuilfoyle
Oh, Ross! Oh, Winston Graham! What were you both thinking? The actions of Graham's hero in this fourth instalment turned my stomach the last time I attempted the Poldark series - in fact, I don't think I managed to finish - and the reading doesn't get any easier, but the drama and controversy might
First, Ross. (Spoilers!) He has his defenders, but basically the worst spin on the situation is the most accurate. In Demelza's words, 'last night he had not only let himself down, he had let her down'. And whatever Elizabeth said or did over the ten years since Ross' return does not excuse his violent and arrogant 'punishment' of her. He even tries to justify his actions to Demelza by saying that he knows who he loves best now, so forcing himself on Elizabeth was for the greater good! And he's the hero! I much prefer complex and fallible characters over black hats and white hats, but Ross - era-appropriate though his thinking may be - has made me so angry!
Fallen idols aside, Warleggan is also packed with the usual high drama - a death (which, like the conclusion to Jeremy Poldark, had me welling up) - a marriage - the highs and lows of mining - smuggling - a near elopement - and the start of the true war of words (and fists) between Ross and George Warleggan. I know who I'm cheering on! I love George - and always picture him as Ralph Bates from the original series - who has no refinement, of person or style, but is a magnificent opponent for the hot-headed Ross. Let the games begin!
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have fuelled rather than dulled my interest this time around. Plus, I want to get onto The Stranger from the Sea and finish the series.First, Ross. (Spoilers!) He has his defenders, but basically the worst spin on the situation is the most accurate. In Demelza's words, 'last night he had not only let himself down, he had let her down'. And whatever Elizabeth said or did over the ten years since Ross' return does not excuse his violent and arrogant 'punishment' of her. He even tries to justify his actions to Demelza by saying that he knows who he loves best now, so forcing himself on Elizabeth was for the greater good! And he's the hero! I much prefer complex and fallible characters over black hats and white hats, but Ross - era-appropriate though his thinking may be - has made me so angry!
Fallen idols aside, Warleggan is also packed with the usual high drama - a death (which, like the conclusion to Jeremy Poldark, had me welling up) - a marriage - the highs and lows of mining - smuggling - a near elopement - and the start of the true war of words (and fists) between Ross and George Warleggan. I know who I'm cheering on! I love George - and always picture him as Ralph Bates from the original series - who has no refinement, of person or style, but is a magnificent opponent for the hot-headed Ross. Let the games begin!
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LibraryThing member BDartnall
kay - it's obvious I'm hooked on this series, since I SHOULD be reading three or four other titles for library /patron work, but instead I'm devouring the Ross Poldark series. *sigh* But Graham as a masterful storyteller does not fail to satisfy again although Warleggan, with the eponymous title,
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hints at which character's in the ascendancy in this part of the series!! - Still Graham continues to tell the fortunes of all the characters from the previous books, with great sympathy for the complexity of each of them, and their struggles for success, love, and duty, along with a historical/economic background of England in the late 18th century, and a careful plotting of scenes which makes turning to the next chapter irresistible. Show Less
LibraryThing member SueinCyprus
Fourth in the 'Poldark' series. Yet more problems, hope and love in the family, realistic portrayal of life in late 18th century Cornwall. Quite enjoyable.
LibraryThing member MickyFine
Review may contain spoilers for previous books in the series.
Ross and Francis have superficially healed the breach between the two branches of their family and joined forces into re-opening the Wheal Grace mine, which constantly hovers on the brink of closing just as quickly. However, the resumed
Things they are a-happening in this entry in the series and at this point I'm so emotionally invested in these characters that I spent a lot of time being upset with some of the choices they made.I was saddened by Francis' death and infuriated with Ross over his infidelity to Demelza (and the lack of consent from Elizabeth in that situation as well - I'll be interested to see the spin on that one when it gets adapted). The developments in Ross and George Warleggan's feud are also intriguing and as always with these books, I'm eagerly looking forward to picking up the next installment.
Ross and Francis have superficially healed the breach between the two branches of their family and joined forces into re-opening the Wheal Grace mine, which constantly hovers on the brink of closing just as quickly. However, the resumed
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closeness of the Poldarks also brings Ross and Elizabeth into a closer communion, a situation that will drive a deep wedge into Ross and Demelza's marriage.Things they are a-happening in this entry in the series and at this point I'm so emotionally invested in these characters that I spent a lot of time being upset with some of the choices they made.
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LibraryThing member KateSherrod
The most soap operatic Poldark novel so far. Star-crossed lovers! Business ups and business downs! Tragedy! Smuggling! INFIDELITY! And the ridiculous, tempestuous beauty of Cornwall. What the hell more do you want?
LibraryThing member Beammey
If you've read this book, then you know Ross does something in it that I think is highly out of character for him, but to keep this a spoiler free review I shant say what it was. However, as a whole, it was a good edition to the series and kept me guessing in some places. Well written. 4 out of 5
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stars. I would recommend it. Show Less
LibraryThing member fuzzi
Francis' partnership with Ross in the mine continues to bring the cousins closer, though it does little to pay their creditors, including the arrogant George Warleggan. Dwight and Caroline's romance blossoms, but with unexpected consequences, while an impulsive act threatens to sever Ross' ties to
I love how the author draws deep into his characters, showing their flawed, human sides, tackling their complicated personal relationships in a way that is so seldom found in novels. What a pleasure it has been for me, reading (and rereading) the stories of these fictional yet oh-so-real families in late 1700's Cornwall.
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his wife Demelza.I love how the author draws deep into his characters, showing their flawed, human sides, tackling their complicated personal relationships in a way that is so seldom found in novels. What a pleasure it has been for me, reading (and rereading) the stories of these fictional yet oh-so-real families in late 1700's Cornwall.
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LibraryThing member Nicole_L_Ochoa
Didn't see this one coming, Graham has created such a great antagonist to Ross Poldark and he doesn't let up in this book. Demelza rises above it all once again when Ross does the unthinkable.
LibraryThing member arubabookwoman
The Poldark adventures continue. This one has some pretty dark happenings. Ross and Francis's mine is not doing well. Dwight's romance with Caroline goes sour and he ends up in a French POW camp. But the most stunning development is an action by Ross, which many readers feel is out of character,
I'm continuing to read the series as fast as I can check the volumes out of the library, and it's definitely holding my interest. The only problem is that the series seems to have become very popular with patrons of my library, so there are frequently long waits for the next volume.
4 stars
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and which threatens to destroy his marriage to Demelza. I'm continuing to read the series as fast as I can check the volumes out of the library, and it's definitely holding my interest. The only problem is that the series seems to have become very popular with patrons of my library, so there are frequently long waits for the next volume.
4 stars
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LibraryThing member egrant5329
Excellent! This was by far the best book yet! This book had it all from failure, love, hate, financial ruin, redemption, etc.... The earlier books I thought the TV series was better, but I can't imagine it will be better than this wrenching book.
LibraryThing member egrant5329
Excellent! This was by far the best book yet! This book had it all from failure, love, hate, financial ruin, redemption, etc.... The earlier books I thought the TV series was better, but I can't imagine it will be better than this wrenching book.
LibraryThing member lhaines56
Ruthless and sly to the end. A man who always gets what he wants. Portrayed as more humane than in the PBS series--esp where (eventual) wife Elizabeth Poldark is concerned.
LibraryThing member Beammey
If you've read this book, then you know Ross does something in it that I think is highly out of character for him, but to keep this a spoiler free review I shant say what it was. However, as a whole, it was a good edition to the series and kept me guessing in some places. Well written. 4 out of 5
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stars. I would recommend it. Show Less
Language
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English
Original publication date
1953
Physical description
346 p.; 6.8 inches
ISBN
0345260031 / 9780345260031