The Crooked House (1921)

By Brandon Fleming

Book Overview

The Crooked House is a mystery novel written by Brandon Fleming and first published in 1921. The story is set in a small English village and revolves around the murder of a wealthy man named Sir Horace Waveney. The investigation is led by Inspector Hanslet, who quickly realizes that everyone in the village has a motive for the crime.The main suspect is Sir Horace's nephew, Charles, who stands to inherit his uncle's fortune. However, as the investigation progresses, more suspects emerge, including Sir Horace's wife, his secretary, and even the local doctor. Each character has their own secrets and motivations, adding layers of complexity to the mystery.The Crooked House is known for its intricate plot and unexpected twists, keeping readers guessing until the very end. The novel also explores themes of greed, jealousy, and the corrupting influence of wealth. Overall, it is a classic whodunit that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165110032
• ISBN13: 9781165110032
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"