The Wheel Spins
Ethel Lina White
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In Ethel Lina White's gripping thriller 'The Wheel Spins,' readers are transported into a world of suspense and intrigue as a young woman finds herself entangled in a web of mystery and danger while on a train journey. White's skillful prose and clever plot twists keep readers on the edge of their seats, reminiscent of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. The book is a classic example of the genre, with its intense storytelling and unpredictable narrative keeping readers guessing until the very end. The atmospheric setting and well-developed characters add depth to the novel, making it a compelling read for fans of mystery and suspense. Ethel Lina White's experience as a prolific writer shines through in 'The Wheel Spins,' showcasing her talent for crafting thrilling narratives that captivate readers and leave them wanting more. Her unique perspective and attention to detail make this book a must-read for anyone looking for a captivating mystery novel that stands the test of time.
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Ethel Lina White (1876 – 1944) was a renowned British author, best recognized for her contributions to the mystery and crime fiction genres. Her work was characterized by its gripping narratives, rich with suspense and often set against the backdrop of the English countryside. Among her notable works, 'The Wheel Spins' (1936) stands out, a novel that would later be adapted by Alfred Hitchcock into the classic film 'The Lady Vanishes'. White was born in Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, in Wales, and began her career writing short stories for magazines. With a prolific output, she authored numerous novels, demonstrating a particular skill in developing strong female protagonists who found themselves embroiled in eerie and perilous situations. Her literary style often involved the use of ordinary settings into which elements of the uncanny or the criminal would intrude, altering the lives of her characters in dramatic fashion. While less known today than some contemporaries, White's work was influential in the crime genre and remains of interest to scholars and enthusiasts of vintage crime literature. She had the ability to evoke palpable tension with a deft hand, a quality that has secured her legacy in the pantheon of early 20th-century British crime writers.
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