Under Lock and Key: A Story. Volume 2 (of 3) by T. W. Speight
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"Under Lock and Key: A Story. Volume 2 (of 3)" by T. W. Speight is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intricacies of social class, duty, and hidden family secrets, following the main character, Janet Holme, as she navigates her new responsibilities as a governess at Dupley Walls under the complicated dynamics of the Pollexfen family. Central to the narrative are themes of love and
the specter of the past, highlighted by the presence of a deceased family member whose body remains above ground due to a peculiar stipulation in his will. The opening of the volume introduces Janet as she accepts her new position with Lady Pollexfen, revealing a sense of independence as she contemplates her role in the household. Conflicts arise with Lady Pollexfen, whose mood swings create a challenging work environment. Intriguingly, the plot thickens with the introduction of the "Black Room," which holds a coffin that Janet must attend to as part of her duties. The narrative also hints at a hidden past related to Lady Pollexfen’s deceased son, suggesting deeper connections that will be explored in the unfolding story. This section sets the stage for Janet’s emotional journey amidst the secrets and complexities of her surroundings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Speight, T. W. (Thomas Wilkinson), 1830-1915 |
|---|---|
| Title | Under Lock and Key: A Story. Volume 2 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by the Internet Archive (Library of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57295 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57295-6 |
| Release Date | Jun 9, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 335 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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