It depends on the specific Blackwood family novel. But often there will be a strong - willed family head, perhaps named Mr. Blackwood. There could also be a young, curious heir like James Blackwood.
One interesting feature could be its complex family dynamics. The relationships between the family members, like the power struggles or the deep emotional bonds, can be really engaging.
One common theme is family honor. The Blackwood family often has a strong sense of pride and the need to uphold their family name through their actions, especially in the naval context.
The main theme in a Jessica Blackwood novel usually centers around a character's journey of overcoming challenges and uncovering hidden truths. This could be set against a backdrop of a fantasy world or a contemporary setting.
The title does suggest that it could be a horror novel. The 'devil' is often used to create a sense of fear and dread in horror literature. But it could also cross over into other genres. Maybe it starts out as a mystery with Jessica Blackwood trying to solve a case related to the 'name of the devil' and as the story unfolds, it becomes more and more horror - filled. Or perhaps it uses horror elements to enhance a different genre like a detective story. So, we can't be certain just from the title that it is a horror novel.
I think 'The Wendigo' is among the best Blackwood stories. It has this terrifying and otherworldly creature, the Wendigo. Blackwood does an excellent job of building up the horror and making the reader feel the cold and fear that the characters experience in the story. It's full of suspense and a great exploration of the unknown in nature.
He uses detailed descriptions of the settings. For example, in many stories, the isolated and often gloomy locations like old mansions or deep forests add to the suspense. The reader immediately feels a sense of unease.
I'm not sure exactly which one is the 'best' as they all have their own charm. However, many fans praise the realism in these novels. For example, the settings are often well - researched and the characters seem very lifelike, making you feel like you are right there on the ship with them.
I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with the author of 'Black Fall: A Jessica Blackwood Novel'. You could try looking it up in a library database or an online bookstore.