The House On The Scar (1890)

""The House On The Scar"" is a novel written by Bertha Thomas and published in 1890. The story takes place in a fictional town called Scarcliffe, located in the English countryside. The main character is a young woman named Dora, who inherits an old and mysterious house from her uncle. The house is situated on a cliff overlooking the sea and has a reputation for being haunted.Dora is determined to uncover the secrets of the house and its past, and she soon discovers that her uncle was involved in some shady dealings with a group of smugglers. As she delves deeper into the history of the house, Dora becomes embroiled in a dangerous plot involving smuggling, betrayal, and murder.Along the way, Dora meets a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome doctor, a wealthy landowner, and a group of rough and tumble smugglers. She must navigate their various agendas and motivations while trying to uncover the truth about her uncle's involvement in the smuggling ring.""The House On The Scar"" is a thrilling tale of mystery and intrigue set against the backdrop of the rugged English coast. It is a classic example of Victorian-era literature, with its vivid descriptions of the landscape, its complex characters, and its exploration of themes such as morality, justice, and the consequences of one's actions.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.