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Great Porter Square: A Mystery. v. 3: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition

Great Porter Square: A Mystery. v. 3: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Great Porter Square: A Mystery. v. 3 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) (1833–1903).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Great Porter Square: A Mystery" by B. L. Farjeon is a mystery novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds around the secrets and intrigues surrounding the murder of a man in Great Porter Square, delving into the lives of several characters intertwined in this tragic event. The main character, Becky, and her ally, a young girl named Fanny, take on the roles of amateur detectives as they gather clues and attempt to unveil the truth behind the murder and its implications for their own lives. The beginning of the novel introduces Becky’s cunning plan involving Fanny, whom she has tasked with spying on Richard Manx, a mysterious lodger in their shared house. As events unfold, Becky learns that Richard is not only elusive but possesses details about past events that deeply concern her. Their interactions reveal a web of deceit associated with Mrs. Lydia Holdfast, a widow tied to the victim, and connections to a hidden will that could dramatically alter familial fortunes. Becky is determined to uncover the truth, setting the stage for a complex exploration of motives, secrets, and the pursuit of justice against a backdrop of suspense.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Great Porter Square: A Mystery. v. 3
  • Author credits: Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) (1833–1903)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Detective and mystery stories
  • Fiction

Gutenberg collections

  • Category: British Literature
  • Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
  • Category: Novels

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