Publisher's Synopsis
The Reaper is a novel written by Edith Rickert and published in 1904. The story takes place in a small English village where a mysterious figure known as the Reaper has been seen lurking around at night. The villagers are afraid of the Reaper and believe that he is responsible for a series of murders that have taken place in the area.The main character is a young woman named Margaret who is determined to uncover the truth about the Reaper. She is aided in her quest by a group of friends who are also interested in solving the mystery. As they investigate, they uncover a web of secrets and lies that lead them closer to the truth.As the story progresses, Margaret becomes increasingly obsessed with the Reaper and begins to put herself in danger in order to solve the mystery. She discovers that the Reaper is not who he appears to be and that the truth is more complicated than she ever imagined.The Reaper is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It explores themes of fear, obsession, and the power of secrets. The book is well-written and engaging, with a cast of memorable characters and a plot that will keep readers guessing until the very end.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.
