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    612-822-4611

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Marked "Personal"

Marked "Personal"

Katharine Green, Anna

Paperback

General Fiction

ISBN10: 9375364364
ISBN13: 9789375364368
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Oct 6 2026
Pages: 246
Weight: 0.74
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A single letter, marked with the word Personal, arrives unexpectedly, casting a shadow over the quiet order of Victorian society. Within moments, the familiar world of drawing rooms and gaslit streets is unsettled by suspicion, secrets, and the relentless pursuit of truth. In the tradition of the finest nineteenth century mystery novels, this intricately woven tale invites readers into a landscape where every glance and whispered word may conceal a clue, and where the boundaries between public duty and private motive blur with each revelation. The narrative unfolds with the measured suspense and subtlety characteristic of early crime fiction, as a determined investigator-guided by both intellect and intuition-unravels the threads of a perplexing case. The story's atmosphere is steeped in the fog and formality of the Victorian era, immersing the reader in a world where appearances deceive and justice is never straightforward. The presence of a resourceful female detective adds a distinctive dimension, offering rare insight into the complexities faced by women in the field of detective investigation during an age of rigid social conventions. This vintage crime novel stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of the traditional whodunit book. Each chapter builds upon the last, drawing the reader deeper into a labyrinth of motives and misdirection, where the stakes are as personal as they are perilous. The narrative's elegant structure and keen psychological observation set it apart within the canon of American detective story writing, rewarding both the casual reader and the passionate collector of classic mystery novels. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For those who cherish the suspense and sophistication of vintage detective fiction, this is an essential addition to any library, preserving a vital chapter in the history of Victorian era suspense.

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