The Claw

by Cynthia Stockley

The Claw is a thrilling novel by Cynthia Stockley that follows the story of a young woman named Elsie whose life is turned upside down when she inherits a diamond-encrusted claw from her late father. The claw is said to be cursed, and Elsie soon discovers that there are many people who will stop at nothing to get their hands on it.As Elsie tries to unravel the mystery of the claw, she finds herself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a ruthless criminal mastermind. Along the way, she must navigate treacherous waters, confront her own fears and weaknesses, and learn to trust the people around her.The Claw is a fast-paced and suspenseful novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With its vivid descriptions, compelling characters, and intricate plot, it is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery or adventure story.1911. Cynthia Stockley (Lilian Julian Webb ), a popular British novelist in the 1920s, who wrote from personal knowledge about the strange and terrible charm of the Dark Continent. Her books were described as having breezy freshness, strong masculinity and almost reckless abandon in the literary texture and dramatic inventions. The Claw, Stockley's popular novel set in Rhodesia, Hour after hour Zeederberg's post-cart and all that therein was straggled deviously across the landscape, bumping along the rutty road, creaking and cracking, swaggling from side to side behind the blocky hoofs of eight mules. At five o'clock in the afternoon the heat was intense, but the sun lay in the west at last, and tiny flecks of cloud in the turquoise sky were transforming themselves into torn strips of golden fleece. The bare bleak tops of Bechuanaland were softened by amethystine tints, and the gaunt bush took feathery outlines against the horizon.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

460 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1911

About the author

Cynthia Stockley was a best-selling novelist in Britain, America, and Australia known for her romance novels usually set in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) and South Africa.
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Reviews

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this was a very good book. Kind of a romance and adventure story, compelling. Once I started this book I felt like I couldn't put it down.
Something to consider if you are thinking of reading this book:
This book was written in 1911. Most of the story takes place in what was for a time Rhodesia. Most of the characters are white settlers - mostly English. The book reflects the thinking of the time regarding British colonial expansion in Africa. It is a different attitude than most of us have today. People of color in the book are "natives" and don't really take much part in the story. If you can get past this, I think you will enjoy the book.