Drood
from the bestselling author of The Terror
📘 About This Book
'I am in awe of Dan Simmons' Stephen King In 1865 Charles Dickens, the world's most famous writer, narrowly escapes death in the Staplehurst Rail Disaster. He will never be the same again. A public hero for rescuing survivors, he slowly descends into madness as he hunts the individual he believes to be responsible for the carnage: a spectral figure known only as Drood. His best friend, Wilkie Collins, is enlisted for the pursuit. Together they venture into Undertown, the shadowy, lawless web of
📖 Resumo
Dan Simmons crafts a monumental and dark historical fiction novel in Drood, transporting readers to the fog-drenched, gaslit streets of Victorian London. The narrative is anchored by the real-life trauma of Charles Dickens, the world's most famous writer, who narrowly escapes death in the horrific Staplehurst Rail Disaster of 1865. Though hailed as a public hero for assisting other survivors during the chaotic aftermath, Dickens is fundamentally altered by the event. He begins a slow, agonizing descent into madness, driven by an obsessive hunt for a spectral, terrifying figure he believes orchestrated the carnage. This ominous entity is known only as Drood. To aid in this strange and perilous pursuit, Dickens enlists his best friend and fellow literary titan, Wilkie Collins. Together, the two authors plunge deep into the macabre underworld of London, navigating Undertown, a shadowy and lawless labyrinth of crypts, sewers, and catacombs hidden beneath the sprawling metropolis. Within th
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Richly atmospheric and deeply immersive depiction of Victorian London.
Fascinating psychological exploration of fame, friendship, and rivalry.
Intriguing blend of historical fact, Gothic horror, and mystery.
Compelling portrayal of addiction and deteriorating mental health.
⚠️ Contras
The massive page count and dense pacing can feel overwhelming for some readers.
The heavy reliance on opium-fueled hallucinations creates a blurring of reality that may challenge casual followers.
✍️ About the Author
Dan Simmons (b. 1948) is an American author known for genre-blending science fiction and horror, including the 'Hyperion Cantos'.
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Who wrote Drood? +
The novel was written by acclaimed author Dan Simmons.
When was Drood published? +
The book was published in 2009.
What real-life event triggers the plot of the novel? +
The story is set into motion by the Staplehurst Rail Disaster of 1865, which Charles Dickens narrowly escapes.
Who narrates or plays a major role alongside Charles Dickens? +
His best friend and fellow writer, Wilkie Collins, plays a major role and narrates the pursuit.
How many pages long is the book? +
The book spans 807 pages.
