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Holding, Elisabeth Sanxay
1889
1955
Holding, Elizabeth Sanxay
The Thing Beyond Reason
$aUnited States :$bThe Frank A. Munsey Company,$c1926.
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"The Thing Beyond Reason" by Elisabeth Sanxay Holding is a short novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the story of Lexy Moran, a resilient young woman who finds herself intertwined in the mystery of her employer’s daughter, Caroline Enderby, who has mysteriously disappeared. Set against the backdrop of a quiet suburb in New York, the narrative revolves around Lexy's determination to uncover the truth behind Caroline’s sudden departure, while navigating the complexities of class, loyalty, and the social constraints of the time. The opening of the novel introduces Lexy Moran as she diligently works on a crossword puzzle, revealing her character traits of intelligence and persistence. Soon, a mysterious telephone call regarding Caroline captures her attention and piques her curiosity. After discovering that Caroline has snuck out, taking her belongings, and leaving her mother bewildered, Lexy's concern grows. The scene hints at deeper layers of relationships and secrets between the characters, along with the tension between Lexy's loyalty to Caroline and her awareness of the underlying familial dynamics. The atmosphere is charged with mystery, setting the stage for Lexy’s quest to find Caroline and understand the circumstances of her flight, foreshadowing the unfolding drama and intrigue to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/sim_munseys-magazine_1926-02_87_1
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1926
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Reading ease score: 85.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Young women -- Fiction
Missing persons -- Fiction
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
Mystery fiction
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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