House By The Lock

House by the Lock

by Alice Muriel Williamson

The discovery of a body in a creek near the imposing 'House by the Lock' sets Noel Stanton on a quest to unravel a perplexing mystery. He suspects Carson Wildred, the enigmatic owner of the house, might be involved in the disappearance of his friend, Harvey Farnham. As Stanton delves deeper, he uncovers intriguing secrets within the house's peculiar construction and hidden passageways. The evidence, however, points to Farnham's safe return to the U.S., leaving Stanton to decipher a web of seemingly impossible coincidences and suspicious activities. The novel offers an intriguing blend of suspense, mystery, and intrigue, exploring themes of deception, secrets, and the unsettling nature of the seemingly ordinary.

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