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    • Chapter III – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter III takes readers deeper into Frederick Mostyn’s journey as he navigates the vibrant world of New York. Far from the quieter landscapes of Yorkshire, Mostyn finds himself immersed in a city teeming with movement, ambition, and striking verticality. Each building seems to challenge the sky, and he marvels not only at their architecture but also at the ambition they represent. With every passing day, Mostyn feels more enthralled by the energy that pulses through every block. The city’s…
    • Chapter II – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II begins in the comfortable dining room of the Rawdon residence, where the Judge’s deliberate silence adds weight to the evening's mood. Everyone senses that something important is on his mind, and when he finally reveals the upcoming visit of Frederick Mostyn from England, the announcement ripples through the table. This news, while modest in tone, brings forth a tangle of emotions—from curiosity to hesitation. Mostyn, a relative from the Judge’s mother’s lineage, represents more than…
    • Chapter I – The man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter I opens with Ethel Rawdon savoring a quiet evening in her Manhattan home, detached from the clamor of society and instead absorbed in her thoughts. The turn of the century has brought with it modern comforts, but Ethel finds joy in simplicity—a warm room, a good mirror, and the gentle rhythm of solitude. That peaceful moment is broken by the sight of a letter, which carries an urgency that makes her pause. Though it’s Sunday, traditionally a day for family breakfasts and mild debates with her…
    • The Man Between Cover
      by LovelyMay The Man Between by P.G. Wodehouse is a humorous novel set in a small English village, where a charming but scheming man, known only as the “man between,” manipulates events and relationships, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and romantic entanglements.
    • CHAPTER XIII. POIROT EXPLAINS Cover
      by LovelyMay In the concluding chapter of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," Hercule Poirot finally unveils the intricacies of the murder plot and the culprits involved. Our narrator, entangled in curiosity and frustration, confronts Poirot for his secretive methods. Poirot explains that discretion was vital to prevent the true murderer, Alfred Inglethorp, from detecting their suspicions. The Belgian detective had, from the beginning, observed Inglethorp as the prime beneficiary of Mrs. Inglethorp’s death, realizing…
    • CHAPTER XII THE LAST LINK Cover
      by LovelyMay Poirot's triumphant return with Japp and Summerhaye to Styles signals the climax of his investigation. Gathering the household, he begins reveling in the details of his deductions. Mary Cavendish, under the respectful eye of Poirot, permits the assembly in the salon, hinting at the depth of her trust in the detective. Poirot meticulously deconstructs the case, starting with the analysis of the bedroom where the tragedy unfolded. Key evidence—the fragment of green fabric, a stain of coffee on the carpet,…
    • CHAPTER XI. THE CASE FOR THE PROSECUTION Cover
      by LovelyMay The trial of John Cavendish for the murder of his stepmother unfolds with gripping intensity, drawing into its orbit a variety of personalities, each contributing to the complexities of the case. Hercule Poirot, the keen-eyed detective, alongside the narrator, navigates through the thicket of evidence and testimonies that seem to entangle John deeper in guilt. Mary Cavendish stands unwaveringly by her husband, embodying loyalty and the resilience of love in the face of adversity. As the trial progresses,…
    • CHAPTER X. THE ARREST Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter X of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles" begins with the narrator, Hastings, expressing frustration over not being able to find Poirot, only to learn he might have gone to London. As Hastings ponders the situation, especially the impact of Dr. Bauerstein's arrest on Mary Cavendish, he decides to share the news with John, who is astonished but agrees to keep it discreet for the time being. The expected public announcement of the arrest doesn't appear in the newspapers, leading to speculation about…
    • CHAPTER IX Dr. BAUERSTEIN Cover
      by LovelyMay In Chapter IX of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles," the narrator, Hastings, embarks on a mission to deliver a cryptic message from Poirot to Lawrence. The message, urging Lawrence to "find the extra coffee-cup" to "rest in peace," baffles both men, leading to speculation about its significance. As the chapter unfolds, Poirot's inquiries at lunch hint at his methodical approach to solving the mystery, piquing everyone's curiosity without revealing his insights. Hastings, still puzzled over Poirot's…
    • CHAPTER VIII. FRESH SUSPICIONS Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter VIII of "The Mysterious Affair at Styles" begins with a moment of stunned silence following a revelation, quickly broken by Detective Japp's appreciation of Poirot's investigative prowess. Poirot reassures Japp about the reliability of his evidence and witnesses. Alfred Inglethorp responds defensively to a challenge about his silence during the inquest, to which Poirot explains was to avoid scandal. The conversation touches upon Inglethorp's potential arrest, his misjudgment, and his suspicions…
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