Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron LyttonFiction · Horror·1803–1873
Pelham
Synopsis
Henry Pelham, a man of high society, finds his world upended when his best friend is accused of murder. To clear his friend's name and win the hand of his beloved, Pelham must navigate the intricate social circles of 19th-century England and uncover the real killer. This tale offers an entertaining glimpse into the manners and lifestyles of the era's elite.
How it reads
Prose complexity 4/10