The Red Spell (1897)

The Red Spell is a novel written by Francis Henry Gribble and first published in 1897. The story is set in the late 19th century and revolves around the life of a young woman named Rosamund Carey. Rosamund is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is engaged to a wealthy man named Arthur Darch. However, her life takes a dramatic turn when she is accused of a murder that she did not commit.The novel follows Rosamund's journey as she tries to clear her name and find the real culprit. She is aided in her quest by a young lawyer named John Chilcote, who is also her childhood friend. Together, they navigate the complex social and legal systems of Victorian England to uncover the truth behind the murder.As the investigation progresses, Rosamund and John uncover a web of lies and deceit that leads them to a shadowy figure known only as ""The Red Spell"". This mysterious figure seems to be behind the murder and is determined to keep Rosamund from finding out the truth.The Red Spell is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and intrigue that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Gribble's writing is vivid and atmospheric, transporting readers to the world of Victorian England and immersing them in the story's twists and turns. Overall, The Red Spell is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and mystery novels.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.