Tempest-Driven: A Romance (Vol. 1 of 3) by Richard Dowling
"Tempest-Driven: A Romance (Vol. 1 of 3)" by Richard Dowling is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins with Alfred Paulton, a young man returning home late at night, who unexpectedly comes to the aid of a mysterious woman, Mrs. Davenport. After her husband, Louis Davenport, is found dead under suspicious circumstances, the narrative dives into themes of intrigue, potential foul play, and the emotional turmoil faced by
the characters, particularly focusing on Mrs. Davenport’s beauty and the troubling nature of her husband's demise. The opening of the novel sets a dark and suspenseful atmosphere as Alfred Paulton stumbles upon a distressed woman calling for help in the middle of the night. After learning that her husband is gravely ill, Alfred rushes to fetch a doctor, but upon arrival, they discover that Mr. Davenport is dead. As Mrs. Davenport grapples with the tragic reality of her husband’s death, suspicions arise regarding the nature of his demise, hinting at possible foul play. The narrative begins to unfold a complex emotional landscape as different characters navigate their relationships, secrets, and the looming inquest that will challenge their lives. The tension is palpable, suggesting a gripping tale of love, loss, and morality intertwined with a potential murder mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Dowling, Richard, 1846-1898 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tempest-Driven: A Romance (Vol. 1 of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by the Web Archive (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 42750 |
| Release Date | May 20, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 319 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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