Shadows of Ecstasy

Name: Shadows of Ecstasy
Author: Charles Williams

The novel follows the story of two men, John and David, who are both in love with the same woman, Mary. John is a successful businessman, while David is a struggling artist. When Mary is kidnapped by a mysterious cult, John and David must join forces to rescue her. The cult is led by a mysterious figure known as the Master, who is determined to use Mary as a sacrifice in a ritual that will bring about the end of the world. John and David must battle their way through a series of strange and dangerous obstacles in order to save Mary and prevent the Master's plan from coming to fruition. Along the way, they discover secrets about the cult and its leader, as well as the true nature of their own relationship with Mary.

By Charles Williams · First published 1932 · Genre: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance · 14 chapters · 72,436 words

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Roger Ingram's peroration broke over the silent dining hall: "He and such as he are one with the great conquerors, the great scientists, the great poets; they have all of them cried of the unknown: 'I will encounter darkness as a bride, And hug it in mine arms'."

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Work type: Novel
Author: Charles Williams
Date: 1932 CE
Language: English
Genres: Fantasy, Mystery, Romance, Adventure
Length: 72,436 words
Structure: 14 chapters, 2,377 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Fantasy — The book follows the story of a group of people who are searching for a magical object, and the plot is full of supernatural elements.
Mystery — The book follows the characters as they try to uncover the secrets of the magical object and the mysteries surrounding it.
Romance — The book contains a romantic subplot between two of the characters, and the themes of love and passion are explored throughout the story.
Adventure — The characters embark on a dangerous journey in search of the magical object, and the story is full of thrilling action and suspense.