The House On The Rock (1852) - Henry S Mackarness - Bog

The House On The Rock is a novel written by Mrs. Henry S. Mackarness and originally published in 1852. The story follows the lives of three siblings, the orphaned children of a wealthy businessman, who are sent to live with their uncle in a grand house on the coast of England. The uncle, a reclusive and eccentric man, has built his home on a precarious foundation of rocks, causing the children to question his sanity and the safety of their surroundings.As the siblings settle into their new home, they encounter a series of strange and unsettling events, including mysterious noises in the night, a hidden room filled with eerie artifacts, and a menacing figure who seems to be watching them from afar. As they delve deeper into the secrets of the house, they uncover a dark family history and a shocking revelation that threatens to tear them apart.The House On The Rock is a gripping tale of mystery, suspense, and family drama, set against the backdrop of a hauntingly beautiful coastal landscape. Mackarness's vivid descriptions and masterful storytelling transport readers to a world of intrigue and danger, where nothing is as it seems and the truth is always just out of reach.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.