Death in the Morning story

talesoftheunexpected5x12 · 1982-07-11

Sir Ian Masterson, a rich landowner, marries Karen. Upon moving into the house, Karen has an uneasy feeling and confides in their neighbour that the place is haunted. Directed by: John Gorrie. Story by: Zia Kruger.

13 total · 6 major · 7 minor

ThemeLevelMotivation
black magic major Paul had such books and it turned out that Linda had used a spell from one of his book to curse Karen.
father and son major Sir Ian's son Paul came home from university for a visit.
feeling of inadequacy major Karen felt like she wasn't up to the task of being a snobbish British Lord's wife.
hexes and curses major Karen thought there might have been a curse on the house. It turned out that Linda had tried to put a black magic curse on Karen.
husband and wife major Sir Ian Masterson and Karen Masterson. Duncan Larch and Linda Larch.
romantic jealousy major Linda hated Karen, probably over Ian marrying Karen instead of her.
alcohol abuse minor The maid told Karen that Duncan drank too much.
domestic violence minor Duncan asked Karen whether Linda had been telling her that Duncan sometimes beat Linda up.
ghost minor Karen thought there was an evil spirit who wanted her gone, but it turned out to be Linda.
horseback riding minor Linda was an avid equestrian.