Actually "The Terror" is one of two short stories collected here, the other being "White Face". The Terror is a set in a country house with a sinister monk and mysterious goings on. To be honest the story is a bit basic and far-fetched though has plenty of atmosphere. The story interestingly began as a play, was made into a film and then a novel. This might explain some of the story's shortcomings.
"White Face" is more promising. It concerns a murder in a seedy part of London and the hunt for the murderer who seems to be a master of disguise. The police investigation has a bit more meat to it than the other story though also is a bit lacking in some areas. Fine if unexceptional.
