A vivid Victorian tale of family, mystery, and ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. A naval captain returns to a country estate to find his relatives at the center of a growing drama, where wealth and charity collide with fear, memory, and a house with a troubling past.
Set around Myst Court and its tenants, this novel follows Emmie Trevor as she learns the duties and limits of kindness, while her brother Bruce battles the shadows of a haunted room and painful memories. A distant danger—poisoned streams, estate disputes, and a changing village—tests the balance between privilege and responsibility. The story blends quiet social observation with hints of the uncanny, inviting readers to weigh courage, compassion, and consequence.
As these characters move from drawing room to cottage, the book traces how acts of care grow into leadership. It asks what it means to do good when good intentions collide with real-world constraints, and how a family can weather upheaval by leaning on one another.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic tales of family, obligation, and a touch of the supernatural woven into everyday life.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a haunting exploration of the influence our surroundings have on our character. The author transports us to the life of Captain Arrows, a naval officer, who visits his relatives and finds they are preparing to leave their pleasant home to move to their newly inherited property, Myst Court. Myst Court has a sinister reputation as a haunted house, and the author draws parallels between its hidden chambers and the secret places within our own hearts where hidden sins may lurk. The characters in the book must grapple with the question of self-knowledge as they confront their own weaknesses and face the challenges of their new home. The book is set in the Victorian era and considers the tensions between the rational and the supernatural, while also exploring themes of family, faith, and the nature of good and evil. This book offers a rich tapestry of characters and events, while delving into the depths of human nature, making it a compelling read for those interested in historical fiction, psychological drama, and the enduring power of family. 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 9781330813560_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330813560
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330813560
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 346 pages. 8.43x5.85x0.73 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1330813561
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