The Lodger
By Marie Belloc Lowndes
- Release Date: 1947-01-01
- Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Description
An Apple Books Classic edition.
Originally published in 1911 as a short story, The Lodger was based on the unsolved murders attributed to Jack the Ripper. Belloc Lowndes’s story is set in 1880s London, where the elderly Mrs. and Mr. Bunting are struggling to keep their failing lodging house afloat. Just as all hope seems lost, a mysterious stranger named Mr. Sleuth appears and asks about renting a room. Even better, he offers to pay the first month in advance—in gold. Is he the answer to the Buntings’ prayers? Or is something sinister afoot? At first, Sleuth’s night walks and biblical mutterings seem strange yet harmless. But with a violent serial killer stalking London, the Buntings eventually grow suspicious.
The Lodger is a gothic novel of ever-building suspense and a page-turning exploration of fear, guilt, and moral responsibility. A bestseller in its day, the book was adapted for the screen by none other than Alfred Hitchcock. If you enjoy psychological thrillers, give this classic story a try.
Reviews
Glad I read
5By RoseBisou5Classic story that’s been done by Hitchcock and others.. but nothing like reading the original. So glad I did. Very well written suspense. Enjoyable characters with relatable internal dialogue. Loved it 😊Killer in the Fog
4By Rocking On!Interesting crime thriller set in London. Story about a Room boarder and his Landlord and wife and the murders of random young women in London late at night. Could hardly put it down!Worth the time
4By kedepewEasy read with interesting dilemma.The Lodger
5By Timeturner2A Great and Suspenseful readPsychological Thriller
5By RLOMDThis book is less about action and more about how different people’s minds work. Still seems relevant even though it was written in 1911.Thrilling
4By CubanosoI like that the ending is open. More killings in the future.
