The Turn of the Screw

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Set in a remote English estate, the story follows a governess tasked with caring for two children, Miles and Flora. As she becomes increasingly convinced that the estate is haunted by malevolent spirits, her grip on reality begins to unravel. The novel explores themes of innocence, corruption, and the ambiguity of perception, leaving readers questioning the nature of good and evil. Henry James masterfully blends psychological tension and gothic elements, creating an atmosphere of suspense and uncertainty throughout the narrative.