| Author |
Speight, T. W. (Thomas Wilkinson), 1830-1915 |
| Title |
A Dead Reckoning
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books
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| Summary |
"A Dead Reckoning" by T. W. Speight is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Clara Brooke and her relationships, particularly with her husband, Gerald Brooke. As tension builds following a mysterious murder of a baron, the narrative explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of silence and secrets, all set against the backdrop of a suspenseful and dramatic plot. At the start of the novel, Clara exchanges lighthearted banter with her aunt about married life, but this fragile peace is soon disrupted by a series of events foreshadowing turmoil. Clara and her friends find themselves reflecting on personal relationships while a sense of unease is introduced through a gunshot heard nearby, hinting at larger troubles. The entrance of a stranger, Henri Picot, and his father adds a layer of intrigue, leading to Clara's decision to help them as the story unfolds into a tale of murder, suspicion, and the complexities of social connections. The opening chapters set the stage for a gripping narrative filled with mysterious encounters and emotional depth, promising readers an engaging exploration of its characters' lives. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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| Subject |
Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Subject |
Secret societies -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
57737 |
| Release Date |
Aug 21, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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