I'm not sure I truly understand why that line has such evocative power, but anyone who has ever read Rebecca can hear those words and imagine the scene.
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Good one. It's one of the most famous first lines ever!
ReplyDeleteI think that's a great quote. It really does set the scene for the novel. Good choice!
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure I truly understand why that line has such evocative power, but anyone who has ever read Rebecca can hear those words and imagine the scene.
ReplyDeleteThis has been on my shelf for SO LONG. I swear I'll read it every October and somehow it slips me by. Maybe this will be the year!
ReplyDeleteI need to read that book - it's a classic!
ReplyDeleteI loved this --the movie as well.
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