Description
In the shadow of the American Civil War, a wounded Union corporal finds refuge at a secluded girls' boarding school, unaware of the dangerous currents that lie beneath its serene surface. Overseen by two stern sisters, the school becomes a crucible of unspoken desires and escalating tensions as the soldier's presence disrupts the delicate balance of power. As loyalties are tested and secrets begin to unravel, the narrative masterfully explores the insidious nature of manipulation and the complex interplay of fear and authority. This atmospheric tale, rendered with Thomas Cullinan's signature suspenseful prose, delves into the dark corners of human nature where vulnerability is exploited and moral compromise becomes a chilling reality.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2017
400 pages
ISBN: 9780241321812
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Details
First Published
1966
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Beguiled by Thomas Cullinan.