The Reckoning by Percival Wilde
The Reckoning is a novel by Percival Wilde that follows the story of a young man named John, who is struggling to make sense of his life. After his father's death, John is left with a large inheritance and a mysterious letter from his father that hints at a dark secret. John embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about his father's past, and in the process, he discovers a world of secrets and lies. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a mysterious woman who may hold the key to unlocking the truth. As John unravels the mystery, he must confront his own demons and make difficult choices that will shape his future. The Reckoning is a gripping and suspenseful novel that explores the power of secrets and the consequences of our choices. It is a story of redemption and self-discovery, and ultimately, of hope.
By Percival Wilde · First published 1953 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction · 2,570 words
First lines
Alternative Title: The Reckoning: A Play in One Act
"The scene is a barber shop. At the center is the chair, facing a mirror and washstand at the right. The tiled walls are sprinkled with the usual advertisements. At the rear, a door leads up to the street by a flight of two or three steps. A dock on the left wall indicates three."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Percival Wilde
- Date: 1953 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction, Drama
- Length: 2,570 words
- Structure: 1 section, 175 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The title 'The Reckoning' implies a sense of mystery and suspense, as the protagonist seeks to uncover the truth and find justice.
- Thriller — The title 'The Reckoning' implies a sense of danger and excitement, as the protagonist is in a race against time to uncover the truth and find justice.
- Crime Fiction — The title 'The Reckoning' implies a sense of crime and justice, as the protagonist seeks to uncover the truth and find justice.
- Drama — The title 'The Reckoning' implies a sense of drama and emotion, as the protagonist seeks to uncover the truth and find justice.
Tags
Comedy · Detective fiction · Drama · One Act Plays · barber · brought · care · chair · cigar · clock · customer · cutting