Jewel of Seven Stars
by Bram Stoker
'Jewel of Seven Stars' Summary
The story centers around the efforts of Dr. Johnathan Smith, a renowned archaeologist, to revive Queen Tera, an ancient Egyptian mummy. He believes that a mystical jewel, the Jewel of Seven Stars, holds the power to bring her back to life. However, his quest is fraught with danger. As they delve deeper into the tomb, the characters encounter strange occurrences, disturbing visions, and terrifying supernatural phenomena. A mysterious and malevolent force, possibly connected to the ancient queen's vengeful spirit or a powerful curse, begins to plague them. The protagonist, Dr. Smith, becomes increasingly obsessed with achieving his goal, pushing his companions and himself to the brink of sanity and even death. The story culminates in a dramatic confrontation between the forces of good and evil, as Dr. Smith and his team must confront the consequences of their actions and the power of the ancient Egyptian queen's reawakening.Book Details
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Bram Stoker
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Abraham "Bram" Stoker (8 November 1847 – 20 April 1912) was an Irish author, best known today for his 1897 Gothic horror novel Dracula. During his lifetime, he was better known as the personal a...
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