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THE SILVER BLADE
BOOK I. A DUPLEX PROBLEM
BOOK II. CHARLOTTE FAIRCHILD
BOOK III. SLADE'S BLESSING
BOOK IV. THE DANCER AND THE MOUNTEBANK
A frantic stranger bursts into the police headquarters one crisp November evening, his face pale with terror and his words lost to panic. He carries with him an eerie clue—a silver blade that seems to hold a darker secret. The seasoned Captain Converse, known for his unflappable calm, is thrust into a puzzling case that quickly reveals two intertwined mysteries, each demanding a different kind of deduction.
As the investigation unfolds, a cast of vivid personalities steps into the fray: the sharp‑witted Miss Charlotte Fairchild, a grieving widow with hidden motives; the enigmatic Joyce, whose inscrutable presence adds layers of intrigue; and a host of officials, from the diligent district attorney to the meticulous coroner. Together they sift through cryptic telegrams, burnt fragments, and mysterious footprints, each clue pulling them deeper into a maze of deception that threatens to upend the quiet Southern city. The stage is set for a compelling duel of wits, where every revelation uncovers yet another question.
Language
en
Duration
~10 hours (582K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
United States: A. L. Burt Company, 1908.
Credits
Al Haines
Release date
2022-10-07
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1875–1942
Best known for brisk early-20th-century mystery and detective fiction, this American writer built twisting plots around stolen gems, hidden motives, and dangerous secrets. His novels still appeal to readers who enjoy classic suspense with a strong pulp-era flavor.
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