The Crime and the Criminal

The narrative unfolds through two perspectives: Thomas Tennant, who grapples with guilt after a woman he knows, Ellen Howth, falls from a moving train, and Reginald Townsend, a murderer hiding his crime. As Tennant assumes Ellen is dead, the story takes a twist when Ellen reveals her survival and her witness to Townsend's heinous act. This early work from 1899 showcases Richard Marsh's skill in blending suspense with complex character dynamics, reflecting his prominence as a writer of supernatural thrillers during the late 19th century.