The Hand in the Dark by Arthur J. Rees

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Author Rees, Arthur J. (Arthur John), 1872-1942
Title The Hand in the Dark
Note Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Hand in the Dark" by Arthur J. Rees is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work plunges the reader into a haunting world centered around the ominous history of an English moat-house, which has borne witness to centuries of tragedy, from medieval conflicts to modern-day turmoil. The story begins in the aftermath of World War I, blending themes of love, loss, and the supernatural as the characters grapple with their intertwined fates against the backdrop of a house steeped in ghostly legacies. At the start of the novel, the mood is set with rich descriptions of the old moat-house, which serves as both a character and a setting filled with dark history. The opening chapter introduces the reader to a diverse group of characters gathered at the property, including Miss Alethea Heredith, the formidable hostess; her nephew Philip, who recently married Violet; and a range of their modern friends. As they prepare for a country dance, the palpable tension crescendos with Violet's mysterious illness, and the story takes a thrilling turn when her bloodied body is discovered after a shriek pierces the gathering, signifying a chilling murder that disrupts the life and peace of the historic moorland estate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Detective and mystery stories
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EBook-No. 20546
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Aug 19, 2012
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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