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Excerpt from The Red House Mystery Like all really nice you have a weakness for detective stories. And feel Mal lime are not enough of them. All that you have done for me. The least that I can do for you is to write you one. Here it is: will: more gratitude and qfl'eclion than I can well put down fire. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The Red House Mystery The creator of such beloved storybook characters for children as Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, and Eeyore, A. A. Milne was also the author of numerous dramas, essays, and novels for adults — among them, this droll and finely crafted whodunit. The Red House Mystery In it, Milne takes readers to the Red House, a comfortable residence in the placid English countryside that is the bachelor home of Mr. Mark Ablett. While visiting this cozy retreat, amateur detective Anthony Gillingham and his chum, Bill Beverley, investigate their genial host's disappearance and its connection with a mysterious shooting. Was the victim, whose body was found after a heated exchange with the host, shot in an act of self-defense? If so, why did the host flee, and if not, what drove him to murder? The Red House Mystery Between games of billiards and bowls, the taking of tea, and other genteel pursuits, Gillingham and Beverley explore the possibilities in a light-hearted series of capers involving secret passageways, underwater evidence, and other atmospheric devices. The Red House Mystery Sparkling with witty dialogue, deft plotting, and an intriguing cast of characters, this rare gem will charm mystery lovers, Anglophiles, and general readers alike. The Red House Mystery

The Red House, stately mansion home of Mark Ablett, is filled with very proper guests when Mark's most improper brother returns from Australia. When the maid hears an argument in the study it isn't long before the brother dies... of a bullet between the eyes! Strangely, the study has been locked from the inside, and Mark Ablett is missing. Only an investigator with remarkable powers of observation could hope to resolve this mystery, and Antony Gillingham (with cheerful Bill Beverly at his side) is just the man. _We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.

In this atmospheric tale from the author of the Miss Silver Mysteries, a widow is reunited with her girlhood love in a house haunted by all-too-human ghosts They meet again in the dusk of a ruined garden. Amabel Grey hasn’t laid eyes on Julian Forsham in twenty years, not since she gave him up—the man she’d fallen passionately in love with—for the fiancé who needed her. Now an unexpected circumstance brings the British widow and the world-famous scientist together again. Amabel’s nineteen-year-old daughter, Daphne, has been invited to join her friends—and the boy she adores—on a trip to Egypt. But she needs two hundred pounds from her mother. George Forsham is offering that exact sum to anyone willing to stay six months at Dower House, the centuries-old estate in the English countryside where Amabel and Julian first met. The fact that the overgrown, sadly neglected house is rumored to be haunted doesn’t deter Amabel. Until strange things start happening . . . The mewing of a cat that doesn’t exist, the sound of flapping wings, someone crying in the dark. Are restless spirits walking the night? Or is there a rational explanation? Plunged into deadly danger, Amabel could lose her second chance with the man she never stopped loving.

Source documents compiled by insurance investigator Ralph Henderson are used to build a case against Baron "R___", who is suspected of murdering his wife. The baron's wife died from drinking a bottle of acid, apparently while sleepwalking in her husband's private laboratory. Henderson's suspicions are raised when he learns that the baron recently had purchased five life insurance policies for his wife. As Henderson investigates the case, he discovers not one but three murders. Although the baron's guilt is clear to the reader even from the outset, how he did it remains a mystery. Eventually this is revealed, but how to catch him becomes the final challenge; he seems to have committed the perfect crime.

Mark Ablett is entertaining a group of neighbours and friends from the local community at his country house when his brother, Robert, the family's black sheep returns from Australia... Very soon, Robert is found murdered, shot through the head, and Mark has disappeared... Two investigators must sift the real clues from the red herrings to discover the truth behind an apparently impossible crime. A classic locked room mystery.

As an artist, my eyes are trained to observe the minutest detail, enabling me to spot the most obscure clues. Can you do the same? By looking carefully at the notes and pictures in my casebook, can you find all the clues and deduce how the crime has been committed? The reader, as assistant detective, must gather clues from the text and illustrations to help solve a mystery involving a stately home full of possible suspects and a disappearing fish-shaped ruby.

Welcome to the captivating world of A. A. Milne's "The Red House Mystery," where intrigue lurks around every corner and secrets abound in the idyllic English countryside. Prepare to be immersed in a thrilling tale of mystery and suspense as you unravel the enigma of the Red House alongside the charismatic amateur sleuth, Antony Gillingham. Join Antony Gillingham as he arrives at the Red House, only to find himself embroiled in a baffling murder mystery. With the help of his friend Bill Beverley, Gillingham sets out to uncover the truth behind the shocking crime, following a trail of clues that leads deeper into the heart of the investigation. As the plot unfolds, readers are drawn into a web of deception and intrigue, where nothing is as it seems and everyone is a suspect. Milne's masterful storytelling keeps readers on the edge of their seats, with twists and turns that will leave them guessing until the very end. Themes of trust, betrayal, and the search for truth permeate "The Red House Mystery", offering readers a thought-provoking exploration of human nature and the complexities of justice. Through rich character development and gripping narrative tension, Milne crafts a compelling story that will resonate long after the final page is turned. The overall tone of "The Red House Mystery" is one of suspenseful intrigue, with moments of humor and wit interspersed throughout. Milne's clever dialogue and engaging prose draw readers into the world of the Red House, where danger lurks behind every closed door. Since its publication, "The Red House Mystery" has garnered critical acclaim for its ingenious plotting, memorable characters, and gripping storyline. Milne's departure from his more famous children's works showcases his versatility as a writer, captivating audiences with his skillful blend of mystery and suspense. As you delve into the pages of "The Red House Mystery," you'll find yourself engrossed in a world of intrigue and suspense, where every clue brings you closer to the truth. Milne's classic tale is a must-read for fans of mystery and detective fiction, offering a thrilling ride that will keep you guessing until the very end. Don't miss your chance to experience the thrill of A. A. Milne's masterful mystery. Let "The Red House Mystery" transport you to a world of suspense and intrigue, where the truth is waiting to be uncovered. Grab your copy now and join the countless readers who have been captivated by this timeless classic.

This wildly melodramatic thriller, originally published in the August 1933 issue of DIME MYSTERY MAGAZINE, provided the template for countless pulp-hero novels published during the Thirties. Depression-era readers craved outlandish menaces to take their minds off their troubles, and The Purple Eye was at the top of the list. The Eye, maniacal criminal mastermind and leader of the ancient death cult known as the Brotherhood of Baktuun, terrorizes New York City with a series of high-profile murders accomplished by mysterious means. Seven million souls are at his mercy as his outrages mount in dizzying succession. The police, constrained by legal niceties and endless red tape, seem powerless to thwart his mad schemes. Enter Wayne Saxon, millionaire sportsman and world traveler, who devotes his life to running the Eye to earth. He works within the law when possible, but without it when necessary. Will he succeed? There's a thrill on every page of this baffling mystery.