"Ruby" in the Landry series by V.C. Andrews follows the story of the titular character, Ruby, who discovers a dark secret about her family after her grandmother's passing. The plot delves into themes of family secrets, betrayal, love lost and won, set in New Orleans with a mix of psychological suspense and twists that keep the reader engaged. The writing style is described as capturing the essence of Cajun life, with vivid descriptions that transport the reader to the setting, and the story unfolds with ups and downs that create an unpredictable narrative.

Characters:

Characters are well-developed, with Ruby as a sympathetic lead and complex family dynamics adding depth.

Writing/Prose:

The writing is immersive, rich in detail, and avoids common tropes, drawing readers into the characters' lives.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative revolves around Ruby navigating intricate family relationships, love, and hidden truths.

Setting:

The setting shifts between New Orleans and the bayou, enriching the story with cultural context.

Pacing:

Pacing varies, but generally quickens as the plot progresses, containing compelling twists.

Grandmere's Powers A loud and desperate rapping on our screen door echoed through the house and drew both my and Grandmere Catherine's attention from our work. That night we were upstairs in the greni...

Notes:

The series sparked a fascination with New Orleans for many readers.

Ruby's character showcases deep emotional experiences and growth.

The story highlights themes of scandal, deceit, betrayal, and family secrets.

Readers often feel a strong connection to Ruby as she tries to be herself.

The book has high rereadability and is popular among fans of V.C. Andrews.

The cover art is frequently mentioned as entertaining and eye-catching.

Critics noted that the first part of the story was engaging but later lost some interest.

Ruby is seen as a character with a healthy sex drive, unlike many female protagonists in Andrews' other works.

Some readers have noted a decline in quality after the original author's death.

The dynamics and character growth in Ruby are widely appreciated by readers.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings may include themes of incest, betrayal, mental health issues, and domestic violence.

Has Romance?

Romantic elements are central to the storyline, with significant relationships and entanglements occurring throughout.

From The Publisher:

One of the most popular storytellers of all time, V.C. Andrews (Flowers in the Attic, My Sweet Audrina) layers psychological suspense with sheer terror in this provocative first book of the Landry Family series-soon to be a Lifetime movie! An innocent bayou girl is lost to New Orleans in this provocative novel by one of the most popular storytellers of all time.

The only family Ruby Landry has ever known are her loving guardian Grandmere Catherine, a Cajun spiritual healer, and her drunken grandpere, Jack. Grateful for what she has, Ruby's life is filled with hope and promise, especially when her attraction to handsome Paul Tate blossoms into a wonderful love affair.

But when Paul's wealthy parents forbid him to associate with a "lowly" Landry girl from the bayou and her grandmere dies, Ruby harnesses her pain into her dream of becoming a great painter. Stumbling upon a faded photograph of her father leads to revelations of a shocking blackmail scheme. Left to find answers on her own, Ruby hunts for her father leads to his massive mansion in New Orleans. Subjected to his world of lies, torment, and madness, Ruby clings to her memories of Paul, knowing that only true love might save her now.

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About the Author:

One of the most popular authors of all time, V.C. Andrews® has been a bestselling phenomenon since the publication of Flowers in the Attic, first in the renowned Dollanganger family series, which includes Petals on the Wind, If There Be Thorns, Seeds of Yesterday, and Garden of Shadows. The family saga continues with Christopher's Diary: Secrets of Foxworth, Christopher's Diary: Echoes of Dollanganger, and Secret Brother, as well as Beneath the Attic, Out of the Attic, and Shadows of Foxworth as part of the fortieth anniversary celebration. There are more than ninety V.C. Andrews novels, which have sold over 107 million copies worldwide and have been translated into twenty-five foreign languages. Join the conversation about the world of V.C. Andrews at Facebook.com/OfficialVCAndrews.

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Ruby

V.C. Andrews

Book 1 in the series:Landry