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The woman in white

Book • 1871
Wilkie Collins's 'The Woman in White' is a Victorian sensation novel known for its intricate plot, suspenseful atmosphere, and multiple narrators.

The story revolves around a mysterious woman in white who haunts the protagonist, Walter Hartright, and becomes entangled in a web of secrets and conspiracies involving inheritance, identity, and madness.

The novel explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the unreliability of perception, showcasing Collins's mastery of suspense and his ability to create a compelling narrative with twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end.

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