The Crimson Thread: An Adventure Story for Girls: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Crimson Thread: An Adventure Story for Girls is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Snell, Roy J. (Roy Judson) (1878–1959).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Crimson Thread: An Adventure Story for Girls" by Roy J. Snell is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around young Lucile Tucker, who works in a department store during the busy Christmas season, where she unintentionally becomes entangled in mysteries involving a mysterious woman, a handsome co-worker, and a series of strange occurrences. The themes likely touch upon adventure, mystery, and personal growth, as Lucile navigates her experiences and interactions in the world of retail. The opening portion of the story establishes an atmosphere of intrigue and suspense as Lucile encounters a beautiful woman dressed in an elegant cape within the dark passageways of the department store. Startled by the appearance of this mysterious figure, Lucile wrestles with her suspicions of wrongdoing while simultaneously developing feelings for her colleague, Laurie Seymour. As the clock strikes ten, Lucile's evening takes an unexpected turn as she learns her coat has been replaced by the costly cape, further entwining her in the night's enigmatic happenings. Lucile's curiosity propels her into a series of events filled with potential danger and inner conflict, setting the stage for the unfolding adventures and discoveries that await her.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Crimson Thread: An Adventure Story for Girls
- Author credits: Snell, Roy J. (Roy Judson) (1878–1959)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Booksellers and bookselling -- Juvenile fiction
- Clerks (Retail trade) -- Juvenile fiction
- Department stores -- Juvenile fiction
- Mystery and detective stories
- Young women -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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