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The House by the River

The House by the River

Paperback

Mystery & ThrillerClassic Fiction

ISBN10: 1025724453
ISBN13: 9781025724454
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 244
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The House by the River is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the dark depths of the human conscience following a moment of uncontrollable impulse. The story centers on Stephen Byrne, a successful poet whose life is irrevocably changed when a sudden act of violence leads to the accidental death of his housemaid. In a desperate attempt to preserve his social standing and avoid the gallows, Byrne enlists the help of his quiet, unassuming friend to dispose of the body in the dark waters of the Thames.

A. P. Herbert masterfully shifts the focus from a traditional whodunit to a chilling study of guilt, cowardice, and the slow unraveling of a man's morality. As the river refuses to keep its secrets and the investigation draws closer to home, the narrative tension builds toward an inevitable and tragic conclusion. This classic work is celebrated for its atmospheric depiction of early 20th-century London and its sophisticated exploration of the psychological consequences of crime. The House by the River remains a seminal example of the suspense genre, offering a haunting look at how easily a refined life can descend into madness and ruin.

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