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After falling for Glen Chandler, Dina is drawn into the eerie world of High Towers, a Victorian estate shrouded in winter chill. Unbeknownst to her, Glen’s family is bound to a twin sister, Glynis, whose ominous presence and possible demonic influence threaten to freeze Dina’s heart and unravel her marriage. The novel explores the chilling dynamics of a family haunted by sinister forces and the danger that prowls within the walls of High Towers.
First publish date: 1969
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Phyllis A. Whitney
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