Spark, Muriel

The Ballad of Peckham Rye (Penguin Modern Classics)

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ISBN 13:: 9780141188355
author:: Spark, Muriel
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Classics
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2006
Pages:: 160
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 0.9 x 12.9 centimetres (0
Genre:: Modern fiction
Condition:: New
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Dougal Douglas is a man of charm and entrepreneurial spirit, tasked with revitalizing the struggling firm of Meadows, Meade & Grindley. His efforts, however, have an unexpected impact on the lives of those around him, bringing about a trail of lies, tears, blackmail, and even murder. As Dougal's influence spreads, the inhabitants of Peckham Rye are drawn into a web of deceit and manipulation. The once-peaceful community is transformed into a world of intrigue and tension, where nothing is as it seems. The result is a complex and unsettling tale that explores the darker aspects of human nature. With its unique blend of psychological suspense and magical realism, The Ballad of Peckham Rye is a thought-provoking and unsettling read that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

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