The Dead Secret
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Wilkie Collins's fifth novel, The Dead Secret explores the relationship between a fallen woman, her illegitimate daughter and the recovery of a hidden secret. Set in rugged Cornwall, the novel blends romance with Gothic drama, and in characterization and setting, clearly anticipates the qualities of Collins's next novel, The Woman in White.
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Good classic mystery...to modern tastes, the secret might be a bit easy to guess, but I really enjoyed it. There was a dull spot about halfway in which made me lay it aside for a bit, but the ending was very good. I especially enjoyed Rosamond's relationship with her husband Lenny...their openness and honesty with each other would be good for all couples to imitate.
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