The Darrow Enigma by Melvin L. Severy
"The Darrow Enigma" by Melvin L. Severy is a novel written during the late 19th century. It unfolds a mysterious tale surrounding the death of John Darrow, a respected figure whose untimely demise sparks intense speculation about possible murder and the motives behind it. The story is largely narrated by a physician who finds himself entangled in the investigations led by George Maitland, a chemist with his own reasons to become involved,
especially concerning Darrow’s daughter, Gwen. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the main character, a physician who recounts his rise to fame following a miraculous but accidental cure of one of his patients. His life takes a dramatic turn when he meets George Maitland, who, despite feigning illness, seeks the doctor's connection to Gwen Darrow, whom he has been infatuated with since their first meeting at an art exhibition. The plot thickens during a social gathering at the Darrow residence, where John Darrow is suddenly incapacitated and cries out that he has been stabbed. Following his death, his daughter Gwen is convinced of foul play, leading to a detailed investigation as Maitland and the narrator investigate the peculiar circumstances surrounding her father’s mysterious death. The opening sets a rich tone of suspense and intrigue, indicating that the narrative will delve into themes of love, loss, and the quest for truth as they confront the unknown. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Severy, Melvin L. (Melvin Linwood), 1863- |
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| Title | The Darrow Enigma |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1955 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 197 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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