A Treacherous Haven
The story revolves around a mysterious and isolated island where a group of people find themselves stranded after a shipwreck. As they try to survive and uncover the secrets of the island, they realize that it holds many dangers, including hidden treasures, ancient ruins, and supernatural forces. The novel explores themes of survival, greed, and the human psyche as the characters' true nature is revealed in the face of adversity.
By Egerton Castle · First published 1893 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 3,309 words
First lines
"_While some, whose souls the old serpent long had drawn_ _Down. hissed each at other's ear_ _What shall not be recorded -- women they,_ _Women, or what had been those gracious things._" (_Geraint and Enid_).
She ran headlong down the passage, and struck against the burly figure of the Burgrave himself. The omen of trunks had not yet met him. He was in high good humour. Indeed, he was of those that have no scent for omens. His kinglet, but now, had promised him, for no special reason that appeared yet, territorial honour and rich regard, and he had no doubt of the royal power.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Egerton Castle
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 3,309 words
- Structure: 1 section, 53 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — Set in a specific historical period with detailed descriptions of the era.
- Romance — Central love story driving the plot and character motivations.
- Adventure — Features a journey or quest with various challenges and excitement.
- Drama — Intense character development and emotional themes.
Tags
Mystery · Thriller · Suspense · Romance · Gothic Fiction · Victorian Era · English Literature · Classic Novel · Intrigue · Deception · Secrets · Family Drama