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Deadlock (1921)

Deadlock (1921)

Richardson, Dorothy Miller
Follett, Wilson

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ISBN10: 1120373824
ISBN13: 9781120373823
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Oct 15 2009
Pages: 312
Weight: 1.38
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Deadlock is a mystery novel written by Dorothy Miller Richardson and published in 1921. The story revolves around a young woman named Nelly Marchmont who is engaged to a wealthy man named Richard Weatherall. However, Nelly's life takes a dark turn when she discovers that Richard is already married and has a child. As she tries to extricate herself from the situation, she becomes embroiled in a web of deceit and murder.The novel is set in the early 20th century and is notable for its psychological depth and exploration of the inner lives of its characters. Richardson's prose is often described as dense and complex, with a focus on the minutiae of everyday life. The novel is also notable for its strong female protagonist, who defies social conventions and fights for her own independence and happiness.Deadlock has been praised for its intricate plotting, vivid characterizations, and atmospheric descriptions of London and the English countryside. It has been compared to the works of other notable British mystery writers such as Agatha Christie and Dorothy L. Sayers. Overall, Deadlock is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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