House of Dust

House of Dust, written by L. A. Borah and published as a serial in Weird Tales magazine in late 1924, is a mystery set in the eerie Lamont House in the Louisiana swamp. The story follows Elise, the daughter of a murdered patriarch, who returns to the family home with doctor Kirk Hayward, only to find themselves embroiled in a new murder and the sinister presence of a lurking danger. This tale combines elements of suspense and humor, making it a unique entry in the early 20th-century mystery genre.