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The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter (1) (The Extraordinary Adventures of the Athena Club),Used
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Based on some of literatures horror and science fiction classics, this is the story of a remarkable group of women who come together to solve the mystery of a series of gruesome murdersand the bigger mystery of their own origins.Mary Jekyll, alone and penniless following her parents death, is curious about the secrets of her fathers mysterious past. One clue in particular hints that Edward Hyde, her fathers former friend and a murderer, may be nearby, and there is a reward for information leading to his capturea reward that would solve all of her immediate financial woes.But her hunt leads her to Hydes daughter, Diana, a feral child left to be raised by nuns. With the assistance of Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, Mary continues her search for the elusive Hyde, and soon befriends more women, all of whom have been created through terrifying experimentation: Beatrice Rappaccini, Catherin Moreau, and Justine Frankenstein.When their investigations lead them to the discovery of a secret society of immoral and powercrazed scientists, the horrors of their past return. Now it is up to the monsters to finally triumph over the monstrous.
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- Q: What is the main premise of 'The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter'? A: The novel tells the story of a group of women, including Mary Jekyll and others, who come together to solve a series of gruesome murders and uncover the mysteries of their origins, all while navigating the legacy of classic horror and science fiction literature.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Theodora Goss.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The book falls under the Historical genre, blending elements of horror and science fiction.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of the book is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter' published? A: The book was published on June 20, 2017.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young adult readers? A: While the book features themes from classic literature, it contains mature elements and may be more suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: Are there any notable characters in this book? A: Yes, notable characters include Mary Jekyll, Diana Hyde, Beatrice Rappaccini, Catherine Moreau, and Justine Frankenstein, all of whom have unique backgrounds tied to classic literature.
- Q: Does the book have a sequel or related titles? A: This book is the first in 'The Extraordinary Adventures of the Athena Club' series, which may include further titles exploring the adventures of these characters.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Strange Case of the Alchemist's Daughter'? A: The book explores themes of identity, the nature of monstrosity, and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society, intertwined with elements of mystery and scientific experimentation.