
Lost House
'Lost House' Summary
Austin Ford, an American journalist based in London, receives a mysterious note in a dark alley. The note, penned by a young girl, claims to be held captive in a mental institution by her uncle. Despite skepticism from his colleagues, Austin becomes determined to uncover the truth behind the girl's plea. He delves into the shadowy world of the asylum, encountering a cast of characters who conceal their own secrets. As Austin investigates further, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and danger, putting his own safety at risk. He soon discovers that the girl's imprisonment is part of a larger conspiracy, with connections to powerful figures within British society. Armed with his journalistic instincts and aided by a resourceful companion, Austin confronts those involved in the girl's captivity, hoping to secure her release and expose the truth behind the asylum's sinister facade.Book Details
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Richard Harding Davis
United States
Richard Harding Davis was an American journalist and writer of fiction and drama, known foremost as the first American war correspondent to cover the Spanish–American War, the Second Boer War, a...
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