Wolverden Tower by Grant Allen
The novel follows the story of the wealthy and eccentric Lord Wolverden, who lives in a large and isolated castle in the English countryside. Lord Wolverden is a recluse, and his castle is filled with strange and mysterious artifacts. He is also a collector of rare books, and his library is filled with ancient manuscripts and books of occult knowledge. Lord Wolverden's life is disrupted when a young woman, Miss Maud, arrives at the castle. She is a beautiful and mysterious woman, and Lord Wolverden is immediately taken with her. He invites her to stay at the castle, and soon the two become close. However, Miss Maud is not who she appears to be. She is actually a thief, and she is using Lord Wolverden to gain access to his library and steal the valuable books and manuscripts. Lord Wolverden is unaware of her true identity, and he is completely taken in by her charms. The novel follows the story of Lord Wolverden and Miss Maud as they become increasingly close, and as Miss Maud's true identity is revealed. It is a story of love, deception, and mystery, and it is a classic of Victorian literature.
By Grant Allen · First published 1899 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Fantasy · 6 chapters · 11,078 words
First lines
Maisie Llewellyn had never been asked to Wolverden before; therefore, she was not a little elated at Mrs. West's invitation. For Wolverden Hall, one of the loveliest Elizabethan manor-houses in the Weald of Kent, had been bought and fitted up in appropriate style (the phrase is the upholsterer's) by Colonel West, the famous millionaire from South Australia. The Colonel had lavished upon it untold wealth, fleeced from the backs of ten thousand sheep and an equal number of his fellow-countrymen; and Wolverden was now, if not the most beautiful, at least the most opulent country-house within easy reach of London.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Grant Allen
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Fantasy, Romance, Horror
- Length: 11,078 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 159 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The book follows the protagonist's investigation into the mysterious events occurring in Wolverden Tower.
- Thriller — The book contains suspenseful moments as the protagonist attempts to uncover the truth behind the events in Wolverden Tower.
- Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as the supernatural occurrences in Wolverden Tower.
- Romance — The book contains a romantic subplot between the protagonist and another character.
Tags
mystery · suspense · thriller · gothic · romance · adventure · supernatural · historical · detective · psychological · isolation · secrets