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Doyle, Arthur Conan
1859
1930
Conan Doyle, Arthur, Sir
Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan
Doyle, A. Conan
The mystery of Cloomber
Wikipedia page on this work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Mystery_of_Cloomber
Lionel G. Sear and David Widger
"The Mystery of Cloomber" by Arthur Conan Doyle is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around John Fothergill West, a law student, who becomes entangled in the mysterious life of General J. B. Heatherstone and his family after they take residence at the eerie Cloomber Hall. As strange incidents unfold around the Heatherstones, the narrative explores themes of isolation, suspense, and the unsettling tension of an unknown danger looming over the family. At the start of the novel, we follow John West's account of his family’s relocation to Wigtownshire to assist their relative, General Heatherstone. John describes the unsettling yet picturesque surroundings of Cloomber Hall and its previously abandoned atmosphere. A curious incident occurs one night when John and his sister spot mysterious lights in the uninhabited tower, hinting at strange occurrences within. The arrival of the Heatherstone family stirs up the community's curiosity and apprehension due to their unusual behavior and strict desire for solitude, leading to speculation about their secrets and challenges that await them. This captivating opening sets the stage for a tale rich with intrigue and foreboding, as West's growing obsession with the peculiarities surrounding the Heatherstones promises to unravel deeper mysteries. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Revenge -- Fiction
Mystery fiction
East India Company. Army -- Officers -- Fiction
Massacres -- Fiction
Buddhist priests -- Fiction
Wigtownshire (Scotland) -- Fiction
Hindu Kush Mountains Region (Afghanistan and Pakistan) -- Fiction
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