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The Turn of the Screw - A Haunting Gothic Novella of Mystery Madness and the Supernatural - cover

The Turn of the Screw - A Haunting Gothic Novella of Mystery Madness and the Supernatural

Henry James, Zenith Maple Leaf Press

Publisher: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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Summary

Is she protecting the children—or losing her mind?
A young governess is hired to care for two orphaned children at a remote English estate. At first, life at Bly House seems idyllic—until she begins to see shadowy figures watching from the grounds. Convinced the children are in danger from malevolent spirits, she fights to protect them. But as the tension mounts, one question becomes unavoidable: Are these ghosts real, or is she descending into madness?

First published in 1898, The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is a masterclass in psychological horror, blending gothic atmosphere with unsettling ambiguity. Its haunting ending has sparked debate for over a century, making it one of the most discussed ghost stories in literature.

"The most perfect ghost story ever written."
– The Guardian

"A psychological puzzle wrapped in supernatural suspense."
– The New York Times

✅ Why Readers Love It:
👻 A ghost story that keeps you guessing until the last page

🕯 Atmospheric and chilling Victorian gothic setting

📚 A classic of psychological suspense studied worldwide

🎯 Click 'Buy Now' to step into a story where every shadow hides a secret—and every truth is uncertain.
Available since: 08/13/2025.
Print length: 114 pages.

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