The Riddle Of The Spinning Wheel - Hanshew, Mary E. Hanshew Thomas W.
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The riddle of the spinning wheel opens with a scene of tension and secrecy, as concerns emerge around a powerful estate filled with strained relationships, hidden agendas, and an undercurrent of danger. A young woman arrives to voice her fear that a trusted figure may be plotting against a family patriarch, raising suspicions about inheritance and ambition. This visit triggers an investigation that moves between quiet corridors of privilege and the gathering shadows of betrayal. As the detective begins to unravel the situation, references to innovations in the castle and the disquiet they…mehr

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The riddle of the spinning wheel opens with a scene of tension and secrecy, as concerns emerge around a powerful estate filled with strained relationships, hidden agendas, and an undercurrent of danger. A young woman arrives to voice her fear that a trusted figure may be plotting against a family patriarch, raising suspicions about inheritance and ambition. This visit triggers an investigation that moves between quiet corridors of privilege and the gathering shadows of betrayal. As the detective begins to unravel the situation, references to innovations in the castle and the disquiet they cause hint at deeper conflicts. An atmosphere of uncertainty grows as questions of loyalty, secrecy, and motive begin to surface. The early chapters unfold with methodical suspense, drawing attention to a layered domestic setting where emotional stakes and personal ambition collide. A spinning wheel becomes a powerful symbol amid this suspenseful arrangement, representing both tradition and the slow unraveling of long-guarded secrets. The story invites readers to consider how closely danger can reside within the familiar.
Autorenporträt
Mary E. Hanshew was born on February 29, 1852, and passed away on December 22, 1927. Originally from the United States, she later moved to the United Kingdom, where she became known for writing detective thrillers, often collaborating with her husband, Thomas W. Hanshew. Together, they created the popular Riddle/Hamilton Cleek series, featuring the clever detective Hamilton Cleek. Her work includes titles such as The Frozen Flame, which was serialized in Short Stories in 1920 and later published as a novel. Mary E. Hanshew's writing contributed significantly to early detective fiction, combining elements of mystery, suspense, and the supernatural. Their partnership enriched the series, blending their talents in storytelling, creating intricate plots and atmospheric settings that captivated readers. Thomas W. Hanshew was born in 1857 in Brooklyn, New York. He began his career as an actor, performing with notable companies such as Ellen Terry's. Later, he became a prolific writer, best known for creating Hamilton Cleek, the man of forty faces. Hanshew wrote numerous novels, stories, and plays, solidifying his reputation in mystery and thriller genres. He died in London in 1914 at age fifty-seven.