The Cheyne mystery by Freeman Wills Crofts
"The Cheyne Mystery" by Freeman Wills Crofts is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the protagonist, Maxwell Cheyne, as he becomes embroiled in a puzzling and dangerous situation involving drugging, burglary, and kidnapping, all linked to a mysterious letter that he is unwittingly entangled with. The opening of the narrative sets up the premise of Cheyne's adventure, beginning with him in Plymouth, where he meets a
stranger named Mr. Parkes, who proposes a collaboration on literary work. However, after feeling suddenly lethargic post-lunch, Cheyne wakes up to find he has been drugged. The ensuing investigation reveals that he has not only been robbed of his peace but has also become the target of a criminal scheme, tied to a letter belonging to a friend. Compounded by a burglary at his home while he was incapacitated, Cheyne finds himself navigating a labyrinth of mysteries with unexpected encounters that challenge his resolve and cunning. As he races to uncover the truth, the layers of intrigue deepen, setting the stage for a gripping detective story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Crofts, Freeman Wills, 1879-1957 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Cheyne mystery |
| Alternate Title | Inspector French and the Cheyne mystery |
| Original Publication | Middlesex: Penguin Books, 1926, reprint 1978. |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cheyne_Mystery |
| Credits | Brian Raiter |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Police -- Great Britain -- Fiction |
| Subject | French, Joseph (Fictitious character) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 72986 |
| Release Date | Feb 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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