The Five Knots: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Five Knots is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for White, Fred M. (Fred Merrick) (1859–1935).
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"The Five Knots" by Fred M. White is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces Beatrice Galloway, the niece of Samuel Flower, a wealthy and somewhat sinister ship-owner, as she grapples with a mysterious incident that occurs in the conservatory of their residence, Maldon Grange. The narrative blends suspense and intrigue, hinting at the presence of hidden dangers linked to Flower's past, with foreign elements that signal an impending threat. The opening of the novel establishes a sense of foreboding as Beatrice witnesses a strange hand attempting to unlock the conservatory door, which leads to her scream for help. Samuel Flower quickly dismisses the incident, but it triggers a chain of events that suggests a deeper mystery involving past wrongs and the ominous presence of foreign figures. As the chapters unfold, we are introduced to Wilfrid Mercer, a struggling doctor drawn into the complexities of the Galloway household. His connection to the Flower Line ship and the sinister undertones of the narrative build tension as he navigates the dangers surrounding the influential but possibly nefarious Flower. The early chapters set the stage for a gripping tale of intrigue, relationships, and the struggle between personal ambitions and darker forces at play.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Five Knots
- Author credits: White, Fred M. (Fred Merrick) (1859–1935)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- England -- Fiction
- Jewelry theft -- Fiction
- Love stories
- Mystery fiction
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- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Novels
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