Red Lamp by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a thrilling mystery novel that kept me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. The story follows the protagonist, a young girl named Mary, as she becomes embroiled in a dangerous conspiracy surrounding a mysterious red lamp.

Rinehart's writing style is captivating and immersive, drawing the reader into the shadowy world of deception and intrigue that Mary finds herself caught up in. The characters are well-developed and realistic, with their own motivations and flaws that make them feel like real people.

The plot is full of twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end. As Mary delves deeper into the mystery of the red lamp, she uncovers dark secrets and uncovers hidden truths that will change her life forever.

Overall, Red Lamp is a gripping and suspenseful read that will appeal to fans of mystery and suspense novels. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a thrilling and engaging story.

Book Description:
William A. Porter, professor of English, inherits a large seaside house from his Uncle Horace. He is not fully satisfied with the explanation of his uncle's death. He moves to the lodge for the following summer with his wife and niece, and rents out the main house. Mysterious and sinister things begin to happen at night in the neighborhood. Local superstitions center around a red lamp in the house which some believe exerts a baleful influence. The professor must try to find out what is going on without himself becoming the center of suspicion.