The Heart of a Mystery by T. W. Speight
"The Heart of a Mystery" by T. W. Speight is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work introduces readers to the austere and mysterious atmosphere surrounding the Pengarvon sisters, particularly Miss Barbara Pengarvon, who resides in the isolated Broome Hall. The story appears to center on themes of family honor, secrets, and societal expectations, with a focus on the tumultuous events surrounding the return of the estranged sister, Isabel.
At the start of the narrative, the reader finds Miss Barbara engrossed in needlework during a bleak December evening at Broome Hall, setting the scene's dark tone. As she works alone, a knock at the door disrupts her solitude, revealing her long-lost sister, Isabel, who begs for shelter after years of disgrace. Despite Isabel's desperate plea, Miss Barbara cruelly shuts her out, highlighting the estrangement and unyielding pride of the Pengarvon family. The prologue and opening chapters establish a gripping context that hints at the unfolding drama and intertwined fates, leaving readers eager to uncover the mystery of the family dynamics, Isabel's fate, and the consequences of long-held grudges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Speight, T. W. (Thomas Wilkinson), 1830-1915 |
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| Title | The Heart of a Mystery |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books (The New York Public Library) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Subject | Mystery and detective stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57311 |
| Release Date | Jun 12, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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