
The Haunted Island
'The Haunted Island' Summary
In "The Haunted Island" by Edward Harold Visiak, a gripping tale of mystery and the supernatural unfolds on a remote island off the Scottish coast. The story follows a group of individuals led by the renowned paranormal investigator, Professor Charles Blackwood, who receive a cryptic message about an ancient curse and a hidden treasure.
With each team member possessing their own unique skills and haunted pasts, they set out on a treacherous expedition to the desolate island. As they step foot on its shores, they are immediately engulfed by an eerie atmosphere, plagued by apparitions and unexplained phenomena. The island's haunted history gradually reveals itself, and the group finds themselves entangled in a battle between the living and the vengeful spirits of the past.
As night falls and the line between reality and the supernatural blurs, the travelers must confront their deepest fears and unravel the island's macabre secrets. Time is of the essence, and they race against the spectral grip that threatens to trap them forever. Throughout their journey, they are tested, alliances are strained, and their own sanity hangs in the balance.
Edward Harold Visiak's atmospheric prose draws readers into the chilling narrative, expertly crafting a haunting tale that keeps them on the edge of their seats. With its blend of suspense, mystery, and supernatural elements, "The Haunted Island" offers a captivating exploration of the unknown and the power of the human spirit.
This supernatural thriller will leave readers captivated until the final page, as they follow the characters' harrowing journey and grapple with the age-old question of what lies beyond the veil of the living world.
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Edward Harold Visiak
United Kingdom
Edward Harold Physick (20 July 1878 – 30 August 1972) was an English writer, known chiefly as a critic and authority on John Milton; also a poet and fantasy writer. He used the pseudonym E. H. Visiak...
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