From its humble beginnings as a Revolutionary War officer’s knife, the Gloucester Dagger was later conscripted into service for more macabre roles. This included the ritualistic removal of hearts from the undead, at a time when New England was plagued by tuberculosis, and even learned men and women ascribed superstition to undiscovered medical conditions. And then, one hundred years apart, it was used to murder the unsuspecting innocent on both the centennial and bi-centennial celebrations of the quaint fishing village.
Today, the Dagger lies safely secured in a locked case in the town’s Historical Society’s Museum, surrounded by documents commemorating centuries of fact and folklore. But that is all about to change as the town’s tri-centennial anniversary draws near, and the Dagger is stolen.
When high school senior, Audra St. John Smythe, unwittingly discovers a mysterious two-hundred-year-old poem that is inexplicably linked to the legendary Gloucester Dagger and promises to fulfil her deepest desire, she ignites a chain of events that lead to murder.
An unlikely ensemble that includes a police detective, a newspaper reporter and a renowned psychic medium join forces to solve this mystery. They are aided by those spirits, long dead and haunted by the Dagger’s grisly past, that reach through the veil to warn that evil seeks its next victim.

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.

Store Description

Save up to 90% on your favorite items at BargainBookStores.com! Our 20,000 square foot warehouse in Grand Rapids, Michigan is filled with hundreds of thousands of books and consumer goods, all at the lowest prices! We've been serving internet customers with great deals since 2001. All books ship from Grand Rapids, Michigan. 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed We want to ensure your satisfaction. If you are dissatisfied with your purchase or shopping experience, we would like to hear from you. Please contact us by email: cs@bargainbookstores.com. Please be sure to include your contact information and order number. We do not charge a restocking fee for returns. Your Privacy BargainBookStores.com does not provide, sell or market customer information to other businesses or organizations.

Visit Seller's Storefront

Seller's business information

BargainBookStores
3423 Lousma Dr SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548, U.S.A.

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

BargainBookStores guarantees 100% Customer Satisfaction. We ship worldwide and offer a variety of shipping methods to meet your needs. Please place your order directly via ABEBooks.com. We accept payment by MasterCard and Visa. For more information, contact us by email at cs@bargainbookstores.com. Full contact info is below:

BargainBookStores.com LLC
3423 Lousma Dr SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Shipping Terms

We will ship to all domestic and most international destinations.

Please note: Shipping times are estimated and are not guaranteed by BargainBookStores.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.

Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Order quantity	4 to 10 business days	4 to 9 business days
First item	US$ 0.00	US$ 39.50

Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.