The Silent House (1907)

The Silent House (1907)

Fergus Hume

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2008
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781437315448
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The Silent House is a mystery novel written by Fergus Hume and published in 1907. The story is set in England and revolves around the mysterious death of a wealthy man named Sir Horace Fewbanks. The novel follows the investigation of the murder by Detective Reginald Brett, who is determined to uncover the truth behind the crime.As Brett delves deeper into the case, he discovers that there are numerous suspects, including Sir Horace’s wife, his daughter, and his business partner. Each of these individuals has a motive for the murder, and Brett must use his skills and intuition to uncover the killer’s identity.The novel is filled with twists and turns, as Brett uncovers new clues and suspects throughout the investigation. The Silent House also explores themes of wealth, power, and deceit, as the characters’ motivations and actions are driven by their desire for money and influence.Overall, The Silent House is a gripping and suspenseful mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Hume’s writing style is engaging and descriptive, and the characters are well-developed and intriguing. This book is a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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