A dark, atmospheric voyage through secrets, inheritance, and the pull of memory. A curious traveler drifts between a stately Cornwall manor and a nearby village, where a gifted actress’s rise casts new light on a family’s past and the lives entwined with it.
Maurice Clissold, a restless writer, meets a world of old houses, sharp eyes, and quiet dangers. He observes portraits, asks hard questions, and navigates the delicate balance between charm and menace as he uncovers hints of a history that could reshape the present. Across the country lanes and sea-swept cliffs, the story blends memory, motive, and a delicate dance of trust and accusation.
- A vividly drawn setting: grand estates, seaside cliffs, and the lived texture of rural England.
- A cast of complex characters: a troubled heir, a devoted actress, a wary housekeeper, and a mysterious gipsy woman with a hidden past.
- Themes of memory, legitimacy, and the price of truth as past actions echo into the present.
- Sly suspense and a tone of moody, Victorian realism tied to theatre, inheritance, and family secrets.
Ideal for readers who enjoy intricate plots, atmospheric landscapes, and moral ambiguity in classical suspense.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. One morning, Maurice Clissold chances upon the old Tudor manor house of Penwyn, where he learns the tragic tale of James Penwyn, his dear friend and adopted brother, who was murdered the previous year. Intrigued by the mystery surrounding James's death, Maurice decides to stay in the area and investigate further. He is granted lodgings at the Trevanards' farm. That same night, after retiring to his room, he is visited by a mysterious woman who seems to be searching for a lover she believes has promised to return to her. The woman's palpable grief and madness stir something in Maurice, who vows to help her. Through his conversations with Martin Trevanard, Maurice slowly unravels the woman's tragic love story, and her connection to the Trevanard family. This suspenseful tale is not merely a whodunit but also an exploration of love, loss, and the choices we make in life. The story's captivating characters and setting will keep the reader engrossed until the final haunting revelation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330555743_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330555743
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