
The Mill Mystery
'The Mill Mystery' Summary
The Mill Mystery is a novel by Anna Katharine Green that tells the story of the investigation into the death of a young woman at a remote mill. The victim, Laura Tupper, is found dead in the mill pond, and there are no witnesses to her death. The only clues are a few footprints in the mud and a mysterious letter that Laura was carrying.
The investigation is led by District Attorney John Ransom and his assistant, Violet Strange. Ransom is a seasoned investigator, but he is quickly stumped by the case. The footprints lead nowhere, and the letter is full of cryptic messages. Strange, a young woman with a talent for observation and deduction, helps Ransom to piece together the clues.
As the investigation progresses, Strange and Ransom uncover a web of secrets and lies. They learn that Laura was involved in a love triangle, and that she had a secret past. They also learn that the mill is haunted by a ghost, which may or may not be connected to Laura's death.
The novel culminates in a dramatic showdown between Ransom and the killer. "The Mill Mystery" is a suspenseful and atmospheric novel that explores themes of love, betrayal, and revenge.
The novel is set in a small town in New York State in the late 19th century. The mill is a remote and isolated place, and the surrounding woods are said to be haunted. The novel also explores the themes of superstition and folklore, as the locals believe that the mill is haunted by the ghost of a young woman who was murdered there many years ago.
The novel is well-written and suspenseful, with memorable characters and a satisfying ending. If you enjoy mystery novels with a touch of the supernatural, then you will definitely want to read "The Mill Mystery."
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Anna Katharine Green
United States
Anna Katharine Green was an American poet and novelist. She was one of the first writers of detective fiction in America and distinguished herself by writing well plotted, legally accurate stories. Gr...
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