Blood Upon the Snow
Blood Upon the Snow by Hilda Lawrence, published by Pandora in 1988, is a work of fiction that immerses readers in a chilling atmosphere. The narrative follows private detective Mark East, who arrives at Crestwood, an elegant estate, ostensibly to serve as a secretary to archaeologist Joseph Stoneman. However, Stoneman’s anxious demeanor hints at a deeper need for protection, setting the stage for a suspenseful exploration of fear and isolation as a snowstorm traps the estate’s residents.
As the story unfolds, East navigates a household filled with tension, including a troubled hostess and a solemn child, while mysterious deaths begin to occur. The book skillfully builds a sense of horror through subtle details, such as the suggestion of sinister sounds and the oppressive silence that envelops the estate. With 244 pages, this edition presents a gripping tale that challenges East to uncover the murderer before the situation escalates further.
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“Miss Lawrence creates horror atmosphere with good skill, the hard way, with a light touch that leaves no brush marks. A few snowflakes, the mere suggestion of sinister sound, the barest hint of screaming silence, and the reader’s hackles come away from his collar.” — The New York Times Book Review”Smooth handling by East — and the author.” — Kirkus .Private detective Mark East arrives at Crestwood, an elegant estate, to serve as a private secretary to archaeologist Joseph Stoneman. At least, East is supposed to be a secretary. Mr. Stoneman’s nervous manner suggests that he’s actually in need of a bodyguard. The estate’s other residents—including a troubled hostess who confines herself to her room and a strangely solemn child — contribute to the fearful atmosphere. After a snowstorm completely isolates the estate from outside contact and the occupants start dying under mysterious circumstances, East must identify the murderer before it’s too late for the entire household.A selection of the Haycraft-Queen Definitive Library of Crime
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