The Haunted Hotel : A Mystery of Modern Venice (Annotated)

Annotated ContentThis edition has been annotated with the following unique content.Historical ContextDetailed 19th Century Analysis'You have comforted many miserable women in your time,' she said. 'Comfort one more, to-day.'“The Haunted Hotel: A Mystery of Modern Venice” by Wilkie Collins was published 1879. It’s a fascinating blend of mystery, suspense, and supernatural elements, making it a must-read for fans of Victorian literature.Sneak Peek“She turned like lightning on Mrs. Ferrari, and stopped her as she was escaping from the room. 'Stay here, you fool—stay here, and answer me! If you cry out, as sure as the heavens are above you, I'll strangle you with my own hands. Sit down again—and fear nothing. Wretch! It is I who am frightened—frightened out of my senses. Confess that you lied, when you used Miss Lockwood's name just now! No! I don't believe you on your oath; I will believe nobody but Miss Lockwood herself. Where does she live? Tell me that, you noxious stinging little insect—and you may go.'.”SynopsisIt is the late 1800’s and the Palace Hotel in Venice becomes the setting for a mysterious haunting. The ghost of Lord Montbarry is said to haunt the hotel driving its inhabitants to madness, but the question remains: Is it truly a haunting, or is there a darker secret at play? The central characters include Lord Montbarry’s beautiful-yet-terrifying wife, the Countess Narona, and her erstwhile brother. With suspenseful twists and psychological depth, Collins crafts a gripping narrative that explores the darkness lurking beneath the surface of wealth and privilege.A stunning reprintAt Ombre Bookshelf Publications we take every step possible to ensure the original integrity of this book has been upheld to its highest standard. This means that the texts in this story are unedited and unchanged from the original authors publication, preserving its earliest form for your indulgence. This title at its core is classic literature, it contains words strung together with romantic precision. Superb classic literature that you just do not see in the modern age.Title DetailsOriginal 1879 TextClassic mystery Read more