The Writer's Story, being the House at Appledore
The novel revolves around a young woman who returns to her family's estate after being away for several years. She becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and power struggles within the household, particularly with her brother and his wife. The story explores themes of love, loyalty, and social class as the characters navigate their complicated lives.
By H.C. McNeile · First published 1921 · Genre: Mystery, Adventure, Thriller · 7,335 words
First lines
"I'M not certain, strictly speaking, that my story can be said to concern my trade," began the Writer, after he had seen his guests were comfortable. "But it happened-this little adventure of mine-as the direct result of pursuing my trade, so I will interpret the rule accordingly.
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The Writer's Story, being the House at Appledore is listed on Textopian as a novel by H.C. McNeile, dated 1921 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: H.C. McNeile
- Date: 1921 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Adventure, Thriller, Humor, Crime
- Length: 7,335 words
- Structure: 1 section, 105 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The narrative revolves around a mysterious encounter and the protagonist's investigation into suspicious activities.
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on an unexpected adventure that leads to a life-threatening situation.
- Thriller — The story includes elements of suspense and danger, particularly with the protagonist's near-death experience.
- Humor — The narrative contains humorous elements, such as the protagonist's self-deprecating remarks and interactions with eccentric characters.
Tags
Literary Fiction · Short Story Collection · English Literature · Classic Novel · Coming-of-Age · Family Drama · Social Commentary · Realism · Psychological Insight · Character Study · Domestic Life · Small Town Setting