A Deal with the Devil

"A Deal with the Devil" is a novel written by Eden Phillpotts, first published in 1913. The story is set in the Devon countryside and follows the life of a young farmer named William Satchell. William is in love with a beautiful young woman named Ruth, but she is engaged to a wealthy landowner named Harry Hawkridge. Desperate to win Ruth's love, William makes a deal with the devil, promising to sell his soul in exchange for the death of Harry Hawkridge. The devil agrees to the deal and Harry is killed in a mysterious accident. However, William soon realizes the terrible consequences of his actions, as he begins to experience strange and frightening supernatural events. He becomes haunted by the devil and his minions and is tormented by guilt over the murder of Harry. As the story unfolds, William must confront the devil and face the consequences of his actions. The novel is a gripping tale of horror and redemption and explores themes of love, desire, and the supernatural. Eden Phillpotts was a prolific British author, playwright, and poet, known for his works of fiction set in the West Country of England. His novels and plays often explored themes of rural life, the supernatural, and the dark side of human nature. "A Deal with the Devil" is one of his most famous works and remains a classic of British horror fiction.