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Landon, Herman
1882
1960
Coverdale, Harry
The Gray Phantom
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"The Gray Phantom" by Herman Landon is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces a mystical and theatrical backdrop, involving a tension-filled performance at the Thelma Theater that quickly spirals into tragedy when a leading actress mysteriously dies amidst a haunting atmosphere. The narrative centers around Helen Hardwick, a young playwright whose work has garnered attention, as she navigates the unfolding drama and the enigmatic figure of Mr. Shei, a shadowy criminal who may be connected to the events that transpire. At the start of the book, the audience at the Thelma Theater is struck by an eerie hush just before the climax of a play that Helen has written. The sudden stillness is ominous, foreshadowing the tragic death of actress Virginia Darrow, who utters the name "Mr. Shei" before collapsing in a strange fit of laughter. The unfolding chaos reveals the complexities of the theater scene, where Helen, watching from her box, becomes increasingly fascinated by the actors and unnerved by the mysterious woman in the back row. After the commotion, Helen finds herself embroiled in the investigation surrounding Darrow's suspicious demise, hinting at deeper connections to her own life and the elusive Gray Phantom, a figure from her past who may hold the key to unraveling the mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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