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The Dead Secret: The Hidden Truths of Porthgenna Tower

The Dead Secret: The Hidden Truths of Porthgenna Tower

Collins, Wilkie

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Mystery & ThrillerClassic FictionLiterary Fiction

ISBN13: 9791041804740
Publisher: Culturea
Published: Jul 6 2023
Pages: 486
Weight: 1.39
Height: 1.08 Width: 5.83 Depth: 8.27
Language: English
The Dead Secret by Wilkie Collins unfolds in the mysterious Porthgenna Tower, a large country house on the coast of Cornwall. The narrative begins with the death of Mrs. Treverton, who, on her deathbed, dictates a letter to her maid, Sarah Leeson. This letter contains a secret intended for her husband, Captain Treverton. However, Sarah, overwhelmed by fear and superstition, decides to hide the letter instead of delivering it. The story delves into Sarah's internal conflict as she grapples with the moral implications of her actions and the fear of supernatural retribution. Her decision to conceal the letter is driven by a belief that revealing the secret would cause more harm than good. The narrative explores themes of duty, guilt, and the burden of secrets, as Sarah navigates the consequences of her choices. The setting of the old, neglected north rooms of Porthgenna Tower adds a gothic atmosphere to the tale, symbolizing the hidden and decaying truths within. As Sarah attempts to leave the house without arousing suspicion, the tension builds around whether the secret will remain hidden or come to light, affecting the lives of those connected to it.

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