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The Poisoned Rose

By: Tony Walker
Narrated by: Tony Walker
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In the shadow of World War II, in the heart of Yorkshire, Edward Smith, a diligent librarian, embarks on a unique cataloguing assignment at the secluded Hackthwaite Hall. The estate's owner, Dr. Lovegrove, a retired industrial chemist, reveals an unexpected obsession with the arcane art of alchemy, claiming to have conjured a supernatural creature of impossible powers.

Smith's initial amusement and skepticism dissolve as eerie phenomena begin to haunt the hall's ancient walls, and he finds himself drawn into the alchemist's wild tales. In this nexus where science and the occult intertwine, Edward must unravel the enigmatic secrets of 'The Poisoned Rose' before he becomes the next victim of its poisonous thorns.

'The Poisoned Rose' is a riveting supernatural mystery, set in the mid-1940s, brimming with unexpected twists and turns. Delve into the world of alchemy and the unexplained in this captivating novella that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

©2023 Tony Walker (P)2023 Tony Walker Historical Mystery Supernatural Thriller & Suspense Exciting Scary

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I love Tony Walker tales and this one is particularly good. Well done once again TW!

Wonderfully creepy

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I heard all of Tony Walkers short ghost stories which are all fantastic this long story didn’t disappoint

You can always rely on Tony Walker

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The story got me hooked straight away. I loved the characters . The awkwardness of Edward and the way he interacted with the supposed staff. The total confidence of the Dr. I didn’t see the twist and was delighted by it. Also I was pleased it didn’t all end in the Rose garden but we got a taste of the plan for the future too. Loved the story and the narrator. Tony gives such life to his characters so very believable.

Poisoned Rose

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A well paced, enjoyable tale, which keeps moving along, not getting too wrapped up in esoterics, Tony Walker's work is improving by the month!

A gem from the UK's leading storyteller.

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