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The Hermit of Turkey Hollow
Paperback
Mystery & ThrillerClassic Fiction
ISBN13: 9781667664781
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: Feb 11 2026
Pages: 116
Weight: 0.33
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In a secluded New England hollow, an unexplained death unsettles a community accustomed to minding its own affairs. The event draws attention to a reclusive figure whose habits and history provoke suspicion, even as the known facts refuse to align with easy judgment.
An observant outsider begins to examine the circumstances surrounding the crime, relying less on force or authority than on patience, logic, and an understanding of human nature. As testimony accumulates, it becomes clear that long-held assumptions, quiet resentments, and hidden relationships have shaped the tragedy far more than anyone wishes to admit.
The investigation unfolds through careful questioning and measured inference, revealing how fear and prejudice can obscure the truth. Set against a vividly rendered rural backdrop, the narrative builds toward a resolution that challenges appearances and affirms reason over rumor, offering a refined example of early American detective fiction.
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