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The Shoulder of Shasta by Bram Stoker Fact-Matching Game

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The Shoulder of Shasta by Bram Stoker is a thrilling mystery novel that takes readers on a journey through the rugged landscape of California. In this game inspired by the novel, players will embark on their own quest for information as they piece together important clues and solve the mystery at hand.

  • Explore the stunning California wilderness as you search for clues
  • Uncover hidden secrets and piece together the puzzle of The Shoulder of Shasta
  • Use spells to unlock hints and gain extra time as you race against the clock
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  • The Shoulder of Shasta is a novel written by Bram Stoker.
  • The novel was first published in 1895.
  • It tells the story of a young Englishman who travels to California.
  • The protagonist falls in love with a woman named Marjory Drake.
  • The novel explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption.
  • The story is set against the backdrop of the California gold rush.
  • The protagonist faces numerous challenges and obstacles on his journey.
  • The novel received mixed reviews upon its initial publication.
  • Some critics praised Stoker's vivid descriptions of the California landscape.
  • Others criticized the novel for its melodramatic plot and characters.
  • The Shoulder of Shasta is one of Stoker's lesser-known works.
  • The novel was republished in 1987 by Desert Island Books.
  • Stoker is best known for his novel Dracula.
  • The Shoulder of Shasta showcases Stoker's talent for storytelling and character development.
  • The novel is now in the public domain and can be read for free online.
  • Stoker's writing style in The Shoulder of Shasta is more romantic and sentimental than his more famous works.
  • The novel reflects Stoker's fascination with the American West.
  • The Shoulder of Shasta has been compared to the works of other Victorian-era authors such as Charles Dickens and George Eliot.
  • The novel's themes of love and redemption are timeless and continue to resonate with readers today.
  • Despite its initial reception, The Shoulder of Shasta has gained a cult following among fans of Stoker's work.

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