Publisher's Synopsis
The Circular Staircase is a classic mystery novel written by Mary Roberts Rinehart. The story follows Rachel Innes, a wealthy and independent woman who rents a country house for the summer with her niece and nephew. However, their peaceful vacation is soon disrupted by a series of strange occurrences, including a murder and a robbery. As Rachel tries to unravel the mystery, she discovers a hidden staircase that leads to a secret room and uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal.The book is set in the early 20th century and is filled with suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists. Rinehart's writing style is engaging and descriptive, and she creates a vivid picture of the characters and their surroundings. The story is told from Rachel's perspective, and readers will enjoy following her as she tries to solve the mystery and protect her family.Overall, The Circular Staircase is a gripping and entertaining mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a must-read for fans of classic mysteries and anyone who enjoys a good whodunit.1908. The Circular Staircase is Rinehart's most famous story. The tale mixes chilling suspense and romance with good humor to produce an absorbing and entertaining mystery. Middle-aged spinster Rachel Innes leases a country house for the summer. Her plans for a restful vacation are soon interrupted by niece and nephew and unaware that the old house hides a sinister secret they unwittingly set off a chain of mysterious and murderous events. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
