Author |
Austin, Anne, 1895- |
Title |
Murder at Bridge
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Note |
Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Mark C. Orton, Mary Meehan, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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Summary |
"Murder at Bridge" by Anne Austin is a mystery novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Special Investigator Bonnie Dundee and his interactions with Penelope Crain, the private secretary of District Attorney Sanderson. The intriguing plot unfolds as the characters prepare for a social event, with a bridge game serving as the backdrop for the unfolding mystery of a murder. The opening of the book introduces us to Bonnie Dundee and his lively banter with Penny Crain, showcasing their burgeoning friendship and hinting at underlying tensions in their social circle. As Dundee navigates his duties in the district attorney's office, he becomes aware of an upcoming bridge party hosted by the enigmatic Juanita Selim, who later becomes the victim of a murder. The stage is set for a blend of intrigue and social commentary, as Dundee must delve into the lives and secrets of local society members to uncover the truth behind Selim's death as the investigation spirals into unexpected directions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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Subject |
Fiction
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Subject |
Detective and mystery stories
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
19403 |
Release Date |
Sep 28, 2006 |
Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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