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The Black Abbot

Edgar Wallace

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The Black Abbot by Edgar Wallace is a spine-tingling mystery that weaves together ancient legends, hidden treasures, and a sinister figure lurking in the shadows. In the eerie halls of a centuries-old English estate, the legend of the Black Abbot terrifies the locals. When a mysterious death occurs, suspicion falls on the supernatural, but the truth may be far more dangerous. As a cunning detective digs deeper, a web of greed, secrets, and deadly ambition begins to unravel. Will the haunting figure of the Black Abbot be unmasked, or will the truth remain buried with the dead? Perfect for fans of suspense and classic British mysteries.
Disponible desde: 12/09/2024.
Longitud de impresión: 280 páginas.

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