The Grell Mystery by Frank Froest
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"The Grell Mystery" by Frank Froest is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the mysterious murder of Robert Grell, an American millionaire and explorer, on the eve of his wedding to Lady Eileen Meredith. Central to the plot are characters such as Grell and his close friend Sir Ralph Fairfield, who becomes a point of interest in the investigation due to his proximity to the
events surrounding Grell's death. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to a rainy night in London, where Robert Grell spends his last hours at his club, discussing life and the weather with Sir Ralph. Just before Grell's marriage, he leaves the club to keep a secret appointment, casting suspicion when he is later found murdered in his study. The narrative establishes a tense atmosphere as officials from Scotland Yard, including Superintendent Heldon Foyle, are called in to investigate the case. Unraveling the mystery becomes increasingly complex as Foyle discovers unexpected twists, including mistaken identities and a missing valet, leading to revelations about Grell's life and relationships. The opening sets the stage for a rich tapestry of intrigue, inviting readers into a world where secrets intertwine with deadly consequences. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Froest, Frank |
|---|---|
| Title | The Grell Mystery |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven desJardins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 22173 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 11527 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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