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An eccentric Professor's quest for a green mummy leads him and his acquaintances to a murder and a bizarre adventure - Summary by Yoganandh T

Rita Van Arsdale falls in love and is proposed to by the gentleman Mr. Durand during a fancy high society party. She has landed the man of her dreams, but her wedding planning with Mr. Durand is interrupted by the beautiful Mrs. Fairbrother who is wearing a stunning diamond that attracts the attention of everyone at the party. During the course of the evening, a crime is committed and Rita’s fiance becomes the prime suspect. Rita must work to clear her fiance’s name through a series of twists and turns to discover what really occurred that night. Anna Katherine Green was one of the first ...

Violet Strange, a clever petite detective, is called upon to solve the mystery of a page gone missing from an important document. The futures of several people, including an eccentric misanthrope, a chemical scientist, a bride and groom, depend on the quick resolution of this problem. In solving one mystery, she uncovers another which dates back many years. (Summary by Bev J. Stevens)

The Leavenworth Case is a gripping detective novel set in New York, and is one of the first detective fiction novels to be written by a female. Indeed, it was the first novel by Anna Katharine Green who came to be known as 'the mother of the detective novel', and 'The Leavenworth Case' was cited by Agatha Christie as an influence on her own fiction. The story plot twists and turns leaving the reader uncertain as to the identity of the murderer until the very end. This is one of the best detective stories you will ever hear.

Miss Saunders is out for an adventure. One, which is full of secrets, hints, and half-lies. One, which will require all of her wits. She is to be the companion to the Mayor's wife. The Lady is unhappy, and the reason for her grave unhappiness is more serious than you think. (Summary by Stav Nisser)

Housekeeper Mrs. Daniels brings to Detective Ebenezer Gryce and his assistant Q the case of a serving girl who has vanished from the household of the rich and eminent Mr. Blake. - Summary by Mark Leder

After several people apparently vanish into thin air while walking along the same country road, New York detective Mr Gryce calls on the skills of Miss Amelia Butterworth to help him solve this most puzzling crime. The author of Lost Man’s Lane, Anna Katharine Green, has been described as the first female American writer of detective stories. (summary by Mary Bard)

Twelve years ago, the town of Shelby was in shock at the discovery of the murder of Algernon Etheridge, one of the town's most prominent citizens. His body was found beaten to death, and robbed, on the bridge in Dark Hollow. The local Innkeeper was quickly accused, tried and found guilty. He was sentenced to die in the electric chair by Judge Ostrander, who was the victim's best friend. Then one day, a woman shows up, dressed all in purple and acting very mysterious. Her goal, it turns out, is to get the Judge to acquit the killer. But what is the purpose? The killer is dead. No one can change...

Detective Ebenezer Gryce tells the story of the case with which he begun his career in 1840. Several wealthy men were drowned and washed ashore in New York City, and the first clue leads to a dubious money lender... (Summary by Carolin)

One evening, New York society doyenne looks out her window and sees a man and woman entering the mansion opposite hers. Ten minutes later, only the man emerges. Soon, murder's afoot, and Miss Butterworth joins Detective Par Excellence Ebenezer Gryce in sleuthing out the killer! (Summary by Mark Leder)

A young lawyer is called to the house of a dying woman to draw up her will. While searching for her legal heirs, meets a beautiful woman with a mysterious scar. The lawyer soon finds that his search for the heirs leads to some very unusual occurrences. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)

A teenage mystery book While holidaying on Lake Huron Florence and a gypsy dancer friend meet up with a lady detective searching for a lost ruby and meet up (and survive) many dangers.

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 ...

"X Y Z: A Detective Story" by Anna Katharine Green is a crime fiction novel written in the late 19th century. This engaging narrative follows a detective investigating a complex web of mysteries surrounding counterfeit money, family dynamics, and a series of clandestine events leading up to a fatal ball hosted by the wealthy but reclusive Benson family. The book captures the tension and intricacies of crime detection set against a backdrop of social norms and secrets characteristic of the time. The story begins with the narrator, a detective from the Secret Service, who is sent to investigate ...

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

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)