Review: Jamaica Inn
Gaby Meares
Outstanding audio version of this book. Jamaica Inn lends itself to being an audio version - it’s so dramatic! For a book written in the 1930s, I was surprised by how contemporary some of it felt. The sense of menace, particularly sexual, pervades the text. Mary Yellan is a wonderful character, and should be remembered for her courage and strength of character.
I am so glad I revisited this classic. I think it stands the test of time and highly recommend it for anyone looking for a rollicking good yarn, with strong characters and an unforgettable landscape.