The Coward Behind the Curtain by Richard Marsh
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"The Coward Behind the Curtain" by Richard Marsh is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story begins with Dorothy Gilbert, a young girl raised in a convent, who is unexpectedly summoned to meet her new guardian, Mr. Emmett, after her father's death. What follows is a dark tale of manipulation and fear, as Dorothy becomes entangled with Emmett, a boorish man who embodies everything she has been taught to
distrust. At the start of the novel, Dorothy is introduced while enjoying the tranquil life of the convent, a stark contrast to the unsettling encounter with Emmett. Upon his arrival, Dorothy’s initial excitement quickly turns to apprehension as Mr. Emmett’s rudeness and brutish demeanor become clear. Throughout the opening chapters, Dorothy grapples with her feelings of terror and confusion, setting up a narrative filled with tension and suspense as she realizes that her new protector may not have her best interests at heart. The reader is drawn into a world of both physical and emotional entrapment, hinting at a thrilling and dark journey ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Marsh, Richard, 1857-1915 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Coward Behind the Curtain |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen, from page scans provided by the Web Archive (Oxford University) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 40347 |
| Release Date | Jul 27, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 392 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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