The Mystery of the Sycamore
'The Mystery of the Sycamore' Summary
The Mystery of the Sycamore is a mystery novel by Carolyn Wells, a prolific American writer who was known as the "Queen of the Gaslight Mystery". The novel was published in 1912 and is a classic example of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction.
The novel tells the story of the murder of Sam Appleby, a former governor of Massachusetts. Appleby is found dead in the shadow of a sycamore tree on the estate of his old political rival, Dan Wheeler. The police are baffled by the crime, and they call in amateur sleuth Fleming Stone to investigate.
Stone soon discovers that there are many suspects in the case, including Wheeler himself, his daughter Maida, and his son-in-law, John. Stone must use all of his skills to solve the mystery and bring the killer to justice.
The novel is full of suspense and intrigue. The reader is kept guessing until the very end about who the murderer is. The novel also explores the themes of greed, revenge, and the power of the human mind.
The Mystery of the Sycamore is a well-written and suspenseful mystery novel that will keep the reader guessing until the very end. The novel is also a classic example of the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, and it is a must-read for fans of the genre.
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Carolyn Wells
United States
Carolyn Wells was an American writer and poet. Born in Rahway, New Jersey, she was the daughter of William E. and Anna Wells. After finishing school she worked as a librarian for the Rahway Library...
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