Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead

Name: Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781786076410
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By Karen Lee Street

Series: Point Blank

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In Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead by Karen Lee Street, an enticing fusion of crime and historical fiction emerges as Poe himself becomes embroiled in a treacherous web of murder and conspiracy. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of 1840s Paris, Poe allies with a clever detective to unravel mysteries tied to his own life, confronting secrets and dangers that blur the lines between reality and his vivid tales. The narrative weaves a captivating adventure, exploring themes of identity and legacy without tethering to spoilers.
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This book may appeal to you if you love a blend of historical fiction intertwined with mystery and a touch of the gothic. Set in the chilling atmosphere of 19th-century Paris, it weaves a gripping tale involving Poe himself as a detective, promising a thrilling journey full of suspense and dark intrigue.

Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead

'And I prayed that I would find a way to tell my most honorable friend, the Chevalier C. Auguste Dupin, the truth about how I had finally been murdered, and by whom.'

Edgar Allan Poe owes his old friend Auguste Dupin a favour

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Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead sees Edgar Allan Poe owing his old friend Auguste Dupin a favour.

Dupin needs Poe’s help solving a deadly crime. Poe agrees and soon becomes enmeshed in Dupin’s quest to bring down the man who singlehandedly ruined his family. This rival now wishes destruction upon Poe’s head too.

Caught in a deadly cat and mouse game within Paris’ famous necropolis, Poe and Dupin must use their wits to survive. They discover that when venturing down into the Empire of the Dead, it’s not so easy to return from the darkness.

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Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead

By Karen Lee Street

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Karen Lee Street’s Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead is lauded for its intricate and suspenseful plot, vivid narrative style, and its excellent portrayal of Poe's legacy. Critics commend the author's ability to weave historical detail with imaginative elements like magic and alchemy, while capturing the eerie essence of Poe's work. The book is praised as both a thrilling mystery and a fitting tribute to Poe's genius, offering a gripping read with engaging characters and a credible historical voice.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786076410

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Point Blank

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Karen Lee Street Series: Point Blank

About the Author

Karen Lee Street is a British/American dual national. She has a PhD in Writing from the University of South Wales and has worked for many years in the European film industry. She is the author of Edgar Allan Poe and the London Monster and Edgar Allan Poe and the Jewel of Peru.

Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead

Edgar Allan Poe and The Empire of the Dead