The Haunted Chamber: A Novel by Duchess

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Author Duchess, 1855?-1897
Title The Haunted Chamber: A Novel
Note Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Haunted Chamber" by Duchess is a gothic romance novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set in an old castle, steeped in dark history and ghostly legends, focusing on the young baronet Sir Adrian Dynecourt as he prepares to host a gathering of guests at his ancestral home. Amidst the anticipation of visitors, the narrative unfolds explorations of past tragedies in the "haunted chamber," providing suspense around the characters' relationships, particularly between Sir Adrian, Miss Florence Delmaine, and the enigmatic Arthur Dynecourt. The opening of the novel introduces the atmospheric setting of the castle, highlighted by descriptions of creeping ivy, shadowy twilight, and echoes of historically gruesome events. Sir Adrian is eagerly awaiting the arrival of his guests, particularly Florence, whose beauty and allure captivate him. As guests such as Mrs. Talbot and Florence arrive, the groundwork for romantic entanglements is laid, mingled with hints of past traumas connected to the haunted chamber. There is a palpable tension between the characters, especially as Arthur Dynecourt, Sir Adrian's cousin, enters the scene with intentions that disrupt the delicate dynamics at play. Within this rich tapestry of relationships, the allure of the supernatural looms, setting the stage for drama and intrigue as the characters navigate their entangled fates within the walls of the castle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Fantasy fiction, Irish
Category Text
EBook-No. 16053
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 11, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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