Publisher's Synopsis
The Summit House Mystery, also known as The Earthly Purgatory, is a novel written by Lily Dougall in 1905. The story is set in a remote mountainous area where a group of people are staying at the Summit House hotel. The hotel is run by a man named Mr. and Mrs. Cumberland, who are known for their eccentric behavior. One day, a guest named Dr. Earle arrives at the hotel and is immediately drawn into a web of mystery and intrigue.The novel follows Dr. Earle as he tries to uncover the secrets of the hotel and its guests. He soon discovers that there is a dark and sinister force at work, and that the hotel is not what it seems. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of lies, deceit, and murder.The Summit House Mystery is a classic mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story is full of suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists and turns. The characters are well-developed and the setting is beautifully described, making the reader feel as though they are right there in the mountains with the characters.Overall, The Summit House Mystery is a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense novels. It is a timeless classic 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.
