The Daphne Du Maurier Challenge challenge is being run by Chris at Book-a-Rama. It will run from May 13, 2010- April 19, 2011. Why those dates? Daphne Du Maurier was born May 13, 1907 and died April 19, 1989.
This is a challenge I shall have no difficulty in completing – in fact it’s not right to call it a challenge as I’ve loved Daphne Du Maurier’s books ever since I first read Rebecca and I’m sure it will be a pleasure.
There are several categories and you can either focus on one form or mix them up. I’m going to read novels and short stories by Daphne Du Maurier. I first read her books as a teenager, starting with Rebecca and Jamaica Inn, followed by as many as I could find at the time, but there are some I’ve missed.
I’m aiming to read these from my own collection:
- I’ll Never Be Young Again
- Julius
- My Cousin Rachel
- The Parasites
- The Rendezvous and Other Stories
and one from the library – The Breaking Point (short stories).
I’d also like to read Justine Picardie’s biographical novel, Daphne, and Flavia Leng’s Daphne du Maurier : A Daughter’s Memoir.
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I enjoyed Picardie’s novel. It was a good mix of past and present. Thanks for joining in!
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Margaret – Thanks for letting us know about this challenge; I hadn’t been aware of it. I like Daphne du Maurier, too, so I’ll look forward to reading about your progress with the challenge.
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This is a lovely way to focus on a favorite author. I’d wish you good luck but it looks like you are pretty determined. I hope it’s as enjoyable as you hope.
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That’s a nice cross-section of du Maurier novels. I’ve been meaning to reread her Branwell Bronte book for awhile now. Justine Picardie’s book is quite good.
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