The Spiral Staircase — Ethel Lina White

The Spiral Staircase is a taut psychological thriller by Ethel Lina White, translated into Ukrainian as Гвинтові сходи. Set in a remote manor on the border of England and Wales, the novel centers on Helen Capel, who takes a job as a maid in the house just as rumors swirl of a brutal murderer targeting young women. The isolated estate is filled with secrets, hidden passages, and creeping dread. Night after night, Helen feels the walls closing in as she becomes entangled in a deadly cat-and-mouse game. With its clever pacing, haunting atmosphere, and unpredictable twists, this 416-page paperback draws readers into a chilling, suspenseful tale.