Publisher's Synopsis
Helen Grant at Aldred House is a novel written by Amanda Minnie Douglas and published in 1905. The story revolves around a young girl named Helen Grant who is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in the countryside after the death of her parents. The Aldred House, where she is to stay, is an old mansion that has been in the family for generations. Helen finds it difficult to adjust to her new surroundings and feels out of place in the grand house. However, she soon discovers a mystery surrounding the mansion and its previous occupants. She sets out to unravel the secrets of the Aldred House and its past, with the help of her cousin, Roger, and a few other friends. As Helen delves deeper into the mystery, she uncovers a conspiracy involving a missing will and a long-lost heir to the Aldred estate. The story takes several twists and turns as Helen and her friends try to solve the puzzle and bring justice to the rightful heirs of the Aldred House. The novel is a classic tale of mystery, adventure, and family secrets. It is a story of a young girl's journey of self-discovery and her determination to uncover the truth. The book is well-written and engaging, with vivid descriptions of the characters and the setting. It is a must-read for fans of mystery novels and historical fiction.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.
