The Mystery of the Ravenspurs: A Romance and Detective Story of Thibet and England: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Mystery of the Ravenspurs: A Romance and Detective Story of Thibet and England: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Mystery of the Ravenspurs: A Romance and Detective Story of Thibet and England is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for White, Fred M. (Fred Merrick) (1859–1935).
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"The Mystery of the Ravenspurs" by Fred M. White is a romance and detective story written in the early 20th century. The novel centers around the Ravenspur family, who are haunted by a mysterious curse that has led to the deaths of several members through bizarre and tragic circumstances. With only a few family members remaining, the looming threat of an unseen enemy casts a dark shadow over their historic castle, intertwining themes of love, loyalty, and the quest for truth. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Ravenspur Castle, a grand structure steeped in history and lore, where the remaining members of the Ravenspur family gather in a desperate attempt to confront a string of mysterious deaths. The head of the family, Rupert Ravenspur, reflects on the ominous fate that has befallen his kin, while the youngest members, Geoffrey and Vera, find solace in their budding romance amid the chaos. The tense atmosphere escalates with the arrival of Ralph Ravenspur, Rupert's estranged and newly-blind son, whose presence promises both intrigue and the potential for revelations about the family's dire situation. As the story unfolds, the family grapples with their haunted past and the encroaching darkness of their present, setting the stage for a thrilling and emotional journey.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Mystery of the Ravenspurs: A Romance and Detective Story of Thibet and England
- Author credits: White, Fred M. (Fred Merrick) (1859–1935)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Detective and mystery stories
- England -- Fiction
- Romance fiction
- Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Fiction
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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