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After Dark

Wilkie Collins

Maison d'édition: CLXBX

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Synopsis

After Dark is a captivating collection of short stories by Wilkie Collins, one of the pioneers of mystery and sensation fiction. First published in 1856, this work showcases Collins's mastery of suspense, psychological tension, and intricate storytelling that would later define his most famous novels.

Framed by a unique narrative device, the stories are told to cure a young woman's insomnia, with each tale unfolding after nightfall. As the evenings progress, readers are drawn into a series of gripping narratives filled with secrets, moral dilemmas, unexpected twists, and moments of quiet terror. The collection includes the celebrated novella "The Queen of Hearts," a story that blends romance, intrigue, and social commentary with remarkable emotional depth.

Collins explores themes of love, betrayal, justice, and the hidden darkness beneath respectable Victorian society. His characters are vividly drawn, often caught between conscience and desire, while his plots skillfully balance realism with melodrama. The atmospheric settings and carefully constructed suspense reflect Collins's talent for revealing how ordinary lives can be disrupted by extraordinary circumstances.

After Dark stands as an early and influential work in the development of detective and mystery fiction. Elegant, tense, and psychologically rich, it offers modern readers a compelling glimpse into the origins of the sensation novel and remains essential reading for fans of classic mysteries, Victorian literature, and masterful storytelling.
Disponible depuis: 09/02/2026.
Longueur d'impression: 451 pages.

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