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As Rita Van Arsdale, a woman deeply in love, accepts the proposal of the charming Mr. Durand at a lavish high society event, she believes she has found her dream man. However, their romantic bliss is abruptly disrupted by the captivating Mrs. Fairbrother and her dazzling diamond that quickly becomes the talk of the party. As the evening progresses, a crime unfolds, and Mr. Durand is unexpectedly cast as the main suspect. Now, its up to Rita to navigate a web of unexpected twists, uncover hidden truths, and clear her fiances name. This tale of love, mystery, and intrigue is masterfully penned ...

Join us as we delve into the mysterious case of a vanished serving girl from the opulent household of the affluent Mr. Blake. This enigma is brought to the discerning Detective Ebenezer Gryce and his astute assistant Q by the concerned housekeeper, Mrs. Daniels. - Summary by Mark Leder

When a dying millionaire asks his lawyer to track down and covertly protect his long-lost niece, who stands to inherit his fortunes, little does he know that his life is about to end in an unsolved murder. Enter Oliva Cresswell, the unsuspecting heir, who is working as a cashier in a bustling West End store. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with a man named Beale, who claims to be a wheat merchant. After a harrowing attack in her apartment, a job offer from Beale, an inexplicable dismissal from her job, and her increasing reliance on Beale, the riddles around her keep ...

Phil Ocumpaugh is desperate. His six-year-old daughter, Gwendolen, mysteriously disappeared from their New York home on the afternoon of August 16th. A hefty reward of five thousand dollars awaits anyone who can provide information leading to her recovery, alive or dead. Will you be the one to unravel this chilling mystery?

Journey back to New York City, 1913, and step into a quiet museum disrupted by a shocking crime. A teenage girl is found dead, an arrow piercing her heart, with only a seemingly mad older woman as a witness. How can the frail, 83-year-old Mr. Gryce solve this mystery when the only lead appears to be insane? Renowned for her scientific approach to murder mysteries, Anna Katharine Green breaks new ground with an intense study of the psychological dynamics between the murderer, the victim, and the witnesses in The Mystery of the Hasty Arrow. This isnt your typical detective story - it teases ...

Dive into The Leavenworth Case, an enthralling detective novel set against the backdrop of New York City. Pioneered by Anna Katharine Green, one of the first female authors in the detective fiction genre, this story has been hailed as a cornerstone in the world of mystery novels. Even the legendary Agatha Christie acknowledged its influence on her work. Brace yourself for a labyrinth of suspense, where the murderers identity remains a mystery until the very last page. This is one of the most riveting detective stories youll ever encounter.

When a series of inexplicable disappearances occur along a remote country road, renowned New York detective Mr Gryce recruits the sharp-witted Miss Amelia Butterworth to crack the case. Penned by Anna Katharine Green, the pioneer of American female detective novelists, Lost Man’s Lane is a riveting journey into mystery and suspense. (summary by Mary Bard)

Explore the intriguing world of detective fiction with Anna Katharine Green, one of Americas pioneering authors in the genre. Known for her well-crafted plots and legally accurate narratives, undoubtedly influenced by her lawyer father, Greens work is a testament to her remarkable talent.

The townsfolk of Shelby are still haunted by the gruesome murder of Algernon Etheridge, a distinguished citizen, which took place twelve years ago. His beaten and robbed corpse was discovered at Dark Hollow bridge. The local innkeeper was hastily accused, found guilty, and sentenced to death by Algernons closest friend, Judge Ostrander. However, a mysterious woman clad in purple arrives in town with a singular mission - to persuade the Judge to exonerate the condemned man. But why? The man is already dead. Undeterred, she delves into the circumstantial evidence used in the trial, even taking a...

In the wake of a chilling murder, the seemingly impossible case lands on the desk of detective Ebenezer Gryce. With no leads, no witnesses, and no tangible evidence, Gryce finds himself at a dead end. That is, until he turns to the neighbors - a blind doctor and his stunning wife. But will they hold the key to unraveling the mystery?

Delve into this intricately woven, character-centric mystery where Detective Gryce is drawn into a strange crime scene by an enigmatic message. A man has been savagely murdered yet gently placed on the study floor of his own quiet brownstone house in an upscale New York City neighbourhood. The only potential witnesses - a deaf and mute butler, driven to insanity by the incident, and a caged bird singing an essential yet bewildering clue. Along with the formidable Miss Amelia Butterworth, Gryce must unravel a motive that crosses generations and the intense passions that have kept it alive ...

Dedicated to my brother Scott Barrow, my dear friend and collaborator in creativity, practical jokes, and sarcasm. I miss you so very much. Trigger warning: this story recounts childhood trauma. Many of the scenes may be difficult for those who have experienced child abuse. Explicit language and graphic content. Chapter 1 of the serial memoir, What Remains Inside. You can see photogrpahs, a video reading, and more about the story: http://www.donnabarrowgreen.com/memoir.html (read by the author, Donna Barrow-Green) Set in the gritty new England city of New Bedford, Massachusetts in the early ...