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The narrative unfolds as Ambrose Tree visits his uncle at Drogo Hall, anticipating an inheritance but instead uncovering the chilling tale of Harry Peake, a smuggler turned monster. As Ambrose delves into Harry's past, he becomes intertwined with the life of Martha, Harry's daughter, who escapes to colonial America and emerges as a revolutionary hero. The story weaves together themes of Gothic mystery and historical romance, ultimately revealing Ambrose's crucial role in the haunting climax of this captivating saga.
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Martha Peake: A Novel of the Revolution, Patrick McGrath
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- Released
- 2002
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- Title
- Martha Peake: A Novel of the Revolution
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Patrick McGrath
- Publisher
- Random House Group
- Released
- 2002
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 384
- ISBN13
- 9780375701313
- Category
- Fiction, Historical prose
- Description
- The narrative unfolds as Ambrose Tree visits his uncle at Drogo Hall, anticipating an inheritance but instead uncovering the chilling tale of Harry Peake, a smuggler turned monster. As Ambrose delves into Harry's past, he becomes intertwined with the life of Martha, Harry's daughter, who escapes to colonial America and emerges as a revolutionary hero. The story weaves together themes of Gothic mystery and historical romance, ultimately revealing Ambrose's crucial role in the haunting climax of this captivating saga.