Checkmate by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

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Author Le Fanu, Joseph Sheridan, 1814-1873
Title Checkmate
Note Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Checkmate" by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story is set against a backdrop of an old family estate, Mortlake Hall, and introduces a cast of intriguing characters, notably Mr. Longcluse, a mysterious and somewhat sinister figure whose affections are captured by the beautiful Alice Arden. The narrative explores themes of love, jealousy, and the complexities of social relationships, alongside an air of suspense that hints at darker undertones. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Mortlake Hall, an imposing and melancholic estate, where Lady May Penrose engages in a lively conversation with the beautiful Alice Arden and her charming brother, Richard. However, the atmosphere shifts with the entrance of Mr. Longcluse, whose unsettling presence evokes curiosity and suspicion among the others. As they discuss recent events, including a shocking murder of a child in Thames Street, Mr. Longcluse's intriguing demeanor and mysterious background come into focus. The opening chapters set the stage for a narrative woven with secrets, desires, and the tension that arises as the characters navigate their intertwined fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Gothic fiction
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EBook-No. 38460
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 25, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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