Books matching: train derailment
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Save:In "1222" by Anne Holt, a group of passengers are stranded at a snowbound hotel after a train crash in a storm on the Oslo Bergen trainline. The story follows Hanne Wilhelmsen, a retired police officer who is wheelchair-bound, as she reluctantly leads an investigation into a series of murders that occur during their stay. The book pays homage to Agatha Christie's style of murder mysteries, set in modern Norway, with a diverse cast of characters and a locked room mystery reminiscent of classic whodunits.
As it was only the train driver who died, you couldn’t call it a disaster. There were 269 people on board when the train, due to a meteorological phenomenon that I have not yet understood completely, ... - #2
Save:Set in a Downton Abbey-esque time and place, 'The Uninvited Guests' follows Emerald Torrington's twentieth birthday celebration as unexpected guests from a railway crash disrupt the evening. The novel delves into themes of social class structure, manners, and family secrets, all while maintaining a comedic tone. Sadie Jones weaves a ghostly tale within a decaying English family estate, creating a gothic setting perfect for the mysterious events that unfold.
The book intricately explores the dynamics between the privileged Torrington family and the uninvited guests, highlighting the struggles of maintaining dignity amidst chaos and revealing surprising twists that keep readers engaged. Jones masterfully crafts a narrative that immerses readers into the faded grandeur of the setting, with memorable characters and a compelling storyline that evolves into a blend of peace, reconciliation, and unexpected fun.
Since her marriage to Edward Swift, three years after the sudden death of her first husband Horace Torrington, Charlotte had changed her position at the breakfast table in order to accommodate her new... - #3
Save:'The Train Derails in Boston' by Jessica McHugh is a gripping and twisted novel that seamlessly weaves together elements of horror, erotica, and the supernatural. The story follows the dysfunctional Malone family as they move into Cherrywood Lodge, where they encounter disturbing and mind-bending events. Through a narrative that jumps back and forth in time, readers are slowly exposed to the dark secrets and horrors lurking within the family's history. The book is filled with intense and graphic scenes that blend passion with terror, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking and cleverly crafted conclusion.
