The Dangerville Inheritance: A Detective Story (1907)

By Arthur Charles Fox-Davies

Book Overview

The Dangerville Inheritance is a detective story written by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies and originally published in 1907. The story follows the investigation of a mysterious death at Dangerville Manor, an old English estate. The wealthy owner of the estate, Sir Hector Dangerville, has died under suspicious circumstances, and his family members and staff are all suspects in his murder. The detective tasked with solving the case is a young and ambitious man named Ronald Camberwell. With the help of his friend and assistant, he begins to unravel the web of secrets and lies that surround the Dangerville family. The investigation takes them through the sprawling estate, where they encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a scheming cousin, a jealous wife, and a loyal butler.As the investigation progresses, Camberwell uncovers a shocking truth about the Dangerville family's past that sheds new light on the murder. The story is full of twists and turns, and readers will be kept guessing until the very end. Overall, The Dangerville Inheritance is a classic detective story that will appeal to fans of the genre. It is a well-written and engaging tale that combines mystery, suspense, and intrigue in equal measure. Fox-Davies's vivid descriptions of the English countryside and the Dangerville estate add to the atmosphere of the story, making it a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery.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: 1165110040
• ISBN13: 9781165110049
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"