Mr. Aristocrat by Guy Boothby (1899)
The novel revolves around a young man who becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a wealthy and influential family, uncovering dark secrets and conspiracies that threaten to destroy them.
By Guy Boothby · First published 1899 · Genre: Gothic Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 3,666 words
First lines
"Shepherd, what's love? I pray thee tell. ' 'It is that fountain and that well Where pleasure and repentance dwell; It is perhaps that sauncing bell That tolls us all to heaven or hell, And this is love as I heard tell. " -- Sir Walter Raleigh.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Guy Boothby
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Gothic Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Tragedy, Historical Fiction
- Length: 3,666 words
- Structure: 1 section, 53 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Gothic Fiction — The story features elements of horror, mystery, and the supernatural, with a focus on psychological and emotional extremes.
- Adventure — The narrative involves exploration and survival in the Australian Bush, with characters facing physical and environmental challenges.
- Romance — Central to the plot is a complex romantic entanglement that drives the characters' actions and the unfolding drama.
- Tragedy — The story is marked by themes of betrayal, madness, and death, leading to a somber and inevitable conclusion.
Tags
Mystery · Thriller · Adventure · Romance · Historical Fiction · Victorian Era · Social Commentary · Class Satire · Epic Story · Plot Twist · Surprise Ending · Drama