Rain In The Doorway by Thorne Smith

Name: Rain In The Doorway
Author: Thorne Smith

The novel follows the adventures of two young men, Bill and Bob, who are on a quest to find a mysterious door that will lead them to a hidden fortune. Along the way, they encounter a variety of strange and eccentric characters, including a mad scientist, a mysterious woman, and a talking cat. As they search for the door, they must also contend with a series of strange and dangerous obstacles, including a raging storm, a haunted house, and a mysterious creature that lurks in the shadows. The novel is a humorous and lighthearted adventure story, filled with witty dialogue and eccentric characters. It is a classic example of Thorne Smith's unique style of writing, and is sure to delight readers of all ages.

By Thorne Smith · First published 1933 · Genre: Humor, Romance, Fantasy · 22 chapters · 81,200 words

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[DEDICATION: For HELEN, KATHLEEN, and LILLIAN, for whom Allah be praised.]

THE rain falling not more than a foot and a half from the geographical tip of the nose out-jutting from the face in the doorway had in it a quality falsely apologetic but, nevertheless, stubbornly persistent despair.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Thorne Smith
Date: 1933 CE
Language: English
Genres: Humor, Romance, Fantasy, Mystery, Adventure
Length: 81,200 words
Structure: 22 chapters, 3,362 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Humor — Thorne Smith is known for his humorous writing style, and 'Rain In The Doorway' is no exception.
Romance — The book follows the romantic relationship between two characters, and explores themes of love and relationships.
Fantasy — The book contains elements of fantasy, such as magical creatures and supernatural events.
Mystery — The book contains elements of mystery, as the characters attempt to solve a mysterious problem.