
The Corner House by Fred M. White
The novel follows the story of the wealthy and influential family of the Corner House, the Dennisons. The family is headed by the patriarch, Sir John Dennison, who is a successful businessman and a respected member of the community. His son, Arthur, is a young man of good character and a promising future. The novel follows the family as they face a series of challenges, including a scandal involving Arthur, a financial crisis, and a mysterious stranger who appears to be connected to the family's past. As the story progresses, the family must confront their secrets and learn to trust each other in order to survive. The Corner House is a classic novel of family drama and intrigue, and is a must-read for fans of Victorian literature.
By Fred M. White · First published 1905 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction · 60 chapters · 70,768 words
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A brilliant light streamed from the open doorway of No. 1 Lytton-avenue, making a lane of flame across the pavement, touching pinched gaunt faces that formed a striking contrast to the dazzling scene within. Outside it was cold and wet and sodden, inside was warmth, the glitter of electrics on palms and statuary and flowers, a sliding kaleidoscope of beautiful dresses. A touch of this grateful warmth came soft and perfumed down the steps, a drawn Lazarus huddled in his rags and shivered.
"What's all this mean?" he growled to an equally indigent neighbour.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fred M. White
- Date: 1905 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction, Detective Fiction, Literary Fiction
- Length: 70,768 words
- Structure: 63 chapters, 2,136 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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- Mystery — The Corner House is a mystery novel by Fred M. White, which follows the story of a young woman who is trying to uncover the truth behind her father's death. The novel is full of suspense and intrigue, as the protagonist attempts to unravel the mystery.
- Thriller — The Corner House is a thrilling novel by Fred M. White, which follows the story of a young woman who is trying to uncover the truth behind her father's death. The novel is full of suspense and tension, as the protagonist attempts to unravel the mystery.
- Crime Fiction — The Corner House is a crime fiction novel by Fred M. White, which follows the story of a young woman who is trying to uncover the truth behind her father's death. The novel is full of suspense and intrigue, as the protagonist attempts to unravel the mystery and bring the criminals to justice.
- Detective Fiction — The Corner House is a detective fiction novel by Fred M. White, which follows the story of a young woman who is trying to uncover the truth behind her father's death. The novel is full of suspense and intrigue, as the protagonist attempts to unravel the mystery and bring the criminals to justice.
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mystery · suspense · drama · romance · thriller · detective · crime · secrets · family · betrayal · love · adventure
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