Publication Date: Jan 1945

Synopsis:

Ross Poldark is a heartwarming, gripping, and utterly entertaining saga that brings to life an unforgettable cast of characters and one of the greatest love stories of our age.

Ross Poldark returns to Cornwall from war, looking forward to a joyful homecoming with his family and his beloved Elizabeth. But instead, he discovers that his father has died, his home is overrun by livestock and drunken servants, and Elizabeth, having believed Ross dead, is now engaged to his cousin. Ross must start over, building a completely new path for his life, one that takes him in exciting and unexpected directions….

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What To Expect:

Readers can expect a classic historical fiction novel that begins a series about the life of a young man from Cornwall. The series is full of adventure and romance, with a touch of humor.

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Content Warnings:

Language: Moderate – Frequent variations of “damn” and taking the Lord’s name in vain (“By God”, etc); occasional use of “bitch” and “bastard”

Sexual Content: Closed door/fade to black – Mention of extramarital affairs; kissing; closed door sex scenes

Violence: Moderate – Mention of corporal punishment at school; fist fighting described in varying detail; detailed description of cock fight; abuse of dog; mention of abuse by parent & spouse; description of duel with pistols (not overly graphic); mention of vomit; attack by knife, public whipping

Substance Use: Heavy use of alcohol throughout novel. Some characters are alcoholics, some are underage.

Prejudices: Mild – Tension between neighboring towns, mistreatment of mentally ill/disfigured

Religious Themes: Some characters are ministers, others are Christian laypeople. Specific mention of Methodists, but they are clearly “others” to the main characters. Brief instance of palm reading. Main character is distrustful of religion, but mildly so. Discussion of how Christian values should be displayed in the justice system with reference to the Beatitudes.

Other Topics: Mention of abortifacients, gambling, adultery. (Mild)

*SPOILERS:* Romantic relationship with older man and girl under 18, pregnancy.

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