Dead Men Tell No Tales
Dead Men Tell No Tales is a classic romance novel by E. W. Hornung. It deals with man-woman relationships.
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About Dead Men Tell No Tales
"Dead Men Tell No Tales" by E. W. Hornung is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story unfolds on the voyage of the wooden clipper "Lady Jermyn", focusing on the complicated romantic entanglements and life-threatening situations encountered by its passengers, especially the protagonist, who is initially captivated by the young and beautiful Eva Denison. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the protagonist, who recounts his reflections on love during a lengthy sea journey. He expresses a blend of fascination and irritation towards Eva Denison, a girl traveling with her step-father, who possesses both charm and faults that challenge the protagonist's guarded demeanor. As they navigate their interactions, tension builds aboard as rumors of a "mysterious cargo" circulate among the passengers. The opening chapters set the stage for a series of dramatic events that take a life-threatening turn, hinting at themes of love, loss, and survival against a backdrop of perilous maritime adventure.
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Quick answers
Who wrote Dead Men Tell No Tales?
Dead Men Tell No Tales was written by E. W. Hornung.
What genre is Dead Men Tell No Tales?
It is usually shelved as Classic Love Stories.
Is Dead Men Tell No Tales free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of Dead Men Tell No Tales?
Yes β LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 6 h 10 min.
What books are similar to Dead Men Tell No Tales?
Readers who like it often enjoy The haunting hand, The Great Gatsby and Jane Eyre.
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