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The Mayor's Wife

The Mayor's Wife

Green, Anna Katherine
Stephens, Alice Barber

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ISBN10: 1163327085
ISBN13: 9781163327081
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 406
Weight: 1.68
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Mayor's Wife is a novel written by Anna Katherine Green. The book revolves around the life of the mayor's wife, who is a woman of great influence in the town. The story is set in a small town where the mayor's wife, Mrs. Adams, is known for her beauty, charm, and intelligence. She is admired by many, including the town's doctor, who is secretly in love with her.However, Mrs. Adams' life takes a dark turn when she becomes the prime suspect in a murder case. The victim is a young woman who was found dead in the woods, and all the evidence points towards Mrs. Adams. The mayor's wife is arrested and put on trial, and the town is shocked by the scandal.As the trial progresses, the truth about the murder and Mrs. Adams' involvement is slowly revealed. The book is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and murder, and it keeps the reader on the edge of their seat until the very end.The Mayor's Wife is a classic mystery novel that has stood the test of time. It is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery, and it is sure to keep readers guessing until the very end.1907. An American detective-story writer, Green's many thrillers were characterized by logical construction and a knowledge of criminal law. The book begins: I am not without self-control, yet when Miss Davies entered the room with that air of importance she invariably assumes when she has an unusually fine position to offer, I could not hide all traces of my anxiety. I needed a position, needed it badly, while the others-But her eyes are on our faces, she is scanning us all with that close and calculating gaze which lets nothing escape. She has passed me by-my heart does down, down-when suddenly her look returns and she singles me out. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

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