424 Results with the "Fiction" genre
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IX ‑The woman in the Alcove
In this chapter of "The Woman in the Alcove," the protagonist, emboldened by a conviction to clear her lover, Mr. Durand, of guilt, seeks out Inspector Dalzell at police headquarters to share a theory she believes will lead to his exoneration. Despite understanding the risk of appearing foolish and potentially harming her own reputation, she insists on the possibility of another individual's guilt—a person of high standing and reputation, thus challenging conventional suspicions and the evidence arrayed…-
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Chapter
X ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter X of "The Woman in the Alcove," the narrator engages in a pivotal conversation with the Inspector, revealing her deep suspicions about Mr. Grey's involvement in a crime centered around a coveted diamond. The Inspector, initially incredulous, listens as the narrator unfolds her detailed theory that Mr. Grey, driven by an obsession to acquire the diamond, orchestrated a complex scheme involving a stiletto, a family cry of death, and a deceptive substitution of the real diamond with a fake. She…-
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Chapter
XI ‑The woman in the Alcove
Chapter XI of "The Woman in the Alcove" by Anna Katharine Green titled "The Inspector Astonishes Me," unfolds a significant leap in the investigation into the mystery surrounding the Fairbrother gem. The narrator reveals that no progress was made in improving Mr. Durand’s standing nor in implicating Mr. Grey over the two weeks following the initial events. Mr. Fairbrother contributes a crucial piece of evidence from his sickbed in New Mexico, asserting that the real diamond had a unique setting he…-
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XII ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XII of "The Woman in the Alcove," Alice Ayers, under the guise of a nurse, begins her covert investigation into Mr. Grey, suspecting him of involvement in a notorious crime. Upon her arrival, she is warmly welcomed by both Mr. Grey and his ailing daughter, which immediately stirs conflict within her. Despite her suspicions, Alice is drawn to their kindness and nobility, complicating her secret mission to exonerate her lover, Anson Durand, by implicating Mr. Grey. Mr. Grey, concerned for his…-
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Chapter
XVI ‑The woman in the Alcove
Chapter XVI of "The Woman in the Alcove" is titled "Doubt," and delves deep into the protagonist's evolving perceptions and emotional turmoil following a revealing conversation with an inspector. The narrator, driven by a burgeoning curiosity, insists on passing by the Fairbrother house on Eighty-sixth Street, a structure she believes will appear different to her after uncovering a hidden story. This particular building, known for its uniqueness and somewhat old-world characteristics, intrigues her…-
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Chapter
XVII ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XVII of "The Woman in the Alcove," titled "Sweetwater in a New Role," we find a gripping narrative focused on an espionage mission involving three main characters in the district attorney's office: the district attorney, the inspector, and the detective named Sweetwater. Assigned to surveil Mr. Grey, Sweetwater reveals a startling piece of intelligence to the officials, eliciting a tense reaction and prompting a lockdown of the room for a private discussion. Sweetwater recounts his recent…-
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Chapter
XVIII ‑The woman in the Alcove
In the chapter "The Closed Door" from "The Woman in the Alcove," the scene unfolds on an old highway near a deserted coastal town, now bypassed and neglected due to a new road along the cliff. Amidst the gloom of late twilight, Mr. Grey and Sweetwater journey to investigate a peculiar manufacturing establishment at the edge of the sea, producing patent medicine as described by Sweetwater. The environment is eerie, with the ocean's soft sounds melding into the desolation surrounding the town of C--.…-
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Chapter
XIX ‑The woman in the Alcove
In chapter nineteen of "The Woman in the Alcove," the tension escalates as Sweetwater, the young detective, and Mr. Grey approach the secluded manufactory of Wellgood by boat under the luminous gaze of the moon. Their intended destination lay in darkness, devoid of the expected signals of life, hinting at Wellgood's absence and casting doubt on the success of their secretive expedition. Despite the initial disappointment and the eerie quiet of the bay, Sweetwater decides to row closer to the shore at Mr.…-
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Chapter
XX ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XX of "The Woman in the Alcove," titled "Moonlight—And A Clue," tension and mystery deepen under the moonlit sky. The chapter unfolds with Sweetwater and Mr. Grey departing from the shore, engaged in a secretive operation that involves eavesdropping and intercepting a man named Wellgood, who is sought by the New York police. Sweetwater, a detective disguised as a valet, and Mr. Grey engage in a stealthy nocturnal pursuit on the water, aiming to confront Wellgood before he can escape. Their…-
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XXI ‑The woman in the Alcove
In Chapter XXI of "The Woman in the Alcove," the narrator grapples with doubts concerning Mr. Grey and his daughter, Miss Grey. After Mr. Grey's departure, the narrator reflects on their relationship, now realizing the depth of trust and love Miss Grey has for her father, contradictory to the narrator's previous suspicions. This revelation comes amid their investigation into Mrs. Fairbrother's murder, where Miss Grey's alleged distrust had played a key role in the narrator's theory of the crime. An…-
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