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The Crooked Hinge (An American Mystery Classic),New
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An inheritance hangs in the balance in a case of stolen identities, imposters, and murderBanished from the idyllic English countryside he once called home and en route to live with his cousin in America, Sir John Farnleigh, black sheep of the wealthy Farnleigh clan, nearly perished in the sinking of the Titanic. Though he survived the catastrophe, his ties with his family did not, and he never returned to Englandnot even for the funerals of his mother, his father, or, most recently, his older brother Dudley. Now, nearly 25 years since he was first sent away, Sir John has finally returned home to claim his inheritance. But another Sir John soon follows, an unexpected man who insists he has absolute proof of his identity and of his claim to the estate. Before the case can be settled, however, one of the two men is murdered, and Dr. Gideon Fell, who happens to be passing through the village, finds himself facing one of the most challenging cases of his career. To solve it, hell have to confront a series of bizarre and chilling phenomena, diving deep into the realm of the occult and brushing up against witchcraft, magic, and a sinister automaton to explain a seemingly impossible crime.Selected by a panel of twelve mystery luminaries as one of the ten best lockedroom mysteries of all time, The Crooked Hinge is a creepy and atmospheric puzzle inspired by a real life case. It is the ninth installment in the Dr. Gideon Fell series, which may be read in any order.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main plot of The Crooked Hinge? A: The Crooked Hinge revolves around Sir John Farnleigh, who returns to England after being banished for 25 years to claim his inheritance. He faces a challenge when another man also claims to be Sir John, leading to a murder mystery that Dr. Gideon Fell must solve.
- Q: Who is the author of The Crooked Hinge? A: The Crooked Hinge is written by John Dickson Carr, a notable author known for his locked-room mystery novels.
- Q: How many pages does The Crooked Hinge have? A: The Crooked Hinge contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of The Crooked Hinge? A: The Crooked Hinge was published on October 1, 2019.
- Q: Is The Crooked Hinge part of a series? A: Yes, The Crooked Hinge is the ninth installment in the Dr. Gideon Fell series, which can be read in any order.
- Q: What type of binding does The Crooked Hinge have? A: The Crooked Hinge is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What themes are explored in The Crooked Hinge? A: The Crooked Hinge explores themes of identity, inheritance, murder, and the occult, featuring elements of witchcraft and magic.
- Q: What makes The Crooked Hinge a notable mystery novel? A: The Crooked Hinge has been selected by a panel of mystery experts as one of the ten best locked-room mysteries of all time, praised for its atmospheric storytelling and intricate plot.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The Crooked Hinge is in new condition.
- Q: Can I read The Crooked Hinge without reading the previous books in the series? A: Yes, The Crooked Hinge can be enjoyed on its own, as the series is designed to be read in any order.