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The Devil Light - cover

The Devil Light

Edgar Wallace

Publisher: Al-Mashreq eBookstore

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Summary

The Devil Light by Edgar Wallace is a spine-tingling mystery that delves into the supernatural and the sinister. When a strange, eerie light begins to appear over a desolate English moor, it sparks fear and speculation among the locals. But what seems like a mere ghost story quickly turns deadly as those who venture too close to the light meet tragic fates. Detective John Merrion is called to unravel the mystery, but the more he investigates, the more he finds himself entangled in a web of ancient curses, dark secrets, and inexplicable phenomena. Is there a rational explanation, or is something truly otherworldly at play? This haunting tale will keep you guessing until the very end.
Available since: 09/12/2024.
Print length: 280 pages.

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