The Mystery of the Downs by John R. Watson and Arthur J. Rees
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"The Mystery of the Downs" by John R. Watson and Arthur J. Rees is a mystery novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative opens with Harry Marsland, a young man unexpectedly caught in a violent storm while riding through desolate countryside. Seeking shelter, he stumbles upon an eerie farmhouse where a shocking discovery awaits him—a dead body, leading him into a tangled web of intrigue and danger. The opening of
the story sets a dramatic tone as Marsland, struggling against the elements, finds himself at Cliff Farm, motivated by concern for both his injured horse and his own safety. After encountering a mysterious girl at the farm, they soon realize that their shelter hides a darker secret. When they find the body of Frank Lumsden, suspicion and fear escalate, entwining their fates in a unraveling mystery linked to missing money and a potential murderer's pursuit. As he interacts with various characters and confronts hidden truths, Marsland must navigate through tension and uncertainty, hinting at a suspenseful and engaging plot to be uncovered. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Watson, John R. (John Reay), 1872- |
|---|---|
| Author | Rees, Arthur J. (Arthur John), 1872-1942 |
| Title | The Mystery of the Downs |
| Credits | Suzanne Shell, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | England -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 45658 |
| Release Date | May 16, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 379 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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