Death On The Pale Horse (1827)

Death On The Pale Horse is a novel written by John Bruce and published in 1827. The story follows the protagonist, Charles, as he navigates the treacherous world of London society in the early 19th century. Charles is a young man who is forced to confront the harsh realities of life when he is framed for a crime he did not commit. He is forced to flee London and go into hiding, but he soon discovers that his troubles are far from over.As he travels through the countryside, Charles encounters a mysterious woman named Lavinia. Lavinia is a beautiful and enigmatic figure who seems to hold the key to Charles' salvation. But as he becomes more deeply involved with her, Charles begins to realize that Lavinia is not what she seems.Meanwhile, back in London, a series of murders has the city on edge. The killer is known only as the Pale Horse, and he seems to be targeting members of the upper class. As the body count rises, Charles realizes that he may be the only one who can stop the killer and clear his own name.The novel is a thrilling tale of mystery and suspense, filled with vivid descriptions of life in early 19th century London. Bruce's writing is engaging and evocative, drawing the reader into a world of danger and intrigue. Death On The Pale Horse is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and mystery novels.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.