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Pirkis, Catherine Louisa
1839
1910
Pirkis, Catharine Louisa, Mrs.
Pirkis, C. L. (Catherine Louisa)
Disappeared From Her Home: A Novel
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"Disappeared From Her Home: A Novel" by Catherine Louisa Pirkis is a fictional detective story written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the mysterious disappearance of Amy Warden, the daughter of Stephen Warden, who vanishes from her home under perplexing circumstances. The handbill announcing her disappearance sends ripples through the community, indicating her significance and the depth of concern from friends and family. The opening of the novel introduces us to the immediate aftermath of Amy's disappearance, highlighting the chaos and despair experienced by her family and friends. Detective Inspector Smythe is involved in the search as the townspeople discuss the alarming nature of her vanishing. We meet key characters, including Lord Hardcastle and Frank Varley, both of whom express their determination to uncover the truth behind Amy’s disappearance. As suspicions mount and investigations unfold, the reader is drawn into a web of intrigue that intertwines the lives of the vibrant characters left searching for answers. The narrative sets a somber tone, hinting at underlying tensions and deep emotions that will likely shape the unfolding mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Detective and mystery stories
Missing persons -- Fiction
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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