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Title: Lady Molly of Scotland Yard
Original Publication: London: Cassell and Company, Ltd., 1910.
Note: Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
Summary: "Lady Molly of Scotland Yard" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a mystery novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Lady Molly, a pioneering female detective at Scotland Yard, and her partner Mary Granard as they delve into various intriguing cases, starting with the mysterious murder of Mary Nicholls in a quiet village. The narrative highlights the challenges faced by women in the male-dominated detective field while showcasing their unique intuition and investigative prowess. The opening of the book introduces us to Lady Molly and her friend Mary, who are preparing to solve the "Ninescore Mystery," which involves the gruesome murder of Mary Nicholls discovered in the grounds of Ash Court. Lady Molly's excitement about investigating this case is palpable, as she believes that her feminine perspective is crucial in unraveling the truth where men have failed. The intricate details surrounding Mary Nicholls’ life, her disappearance, and the mysterious circumstances of the murder create a suspenseful atmosphere, setting the stage for Lady Molly's bold approach to uncovering the hidden truths behind the crime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947
Illustrator: Cuneo, Cyrus, 1879-1916
EBook No.: 72581
Published: Jan 1, 2024
Downloads: 628
Language: English
Subject: Detective and mystery stories
Subject: Police -- Great Britain -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Lady Molly of Scotland Yard
Original Publication: London: Cassell and Company, Ltd., 1910.
Note: Reading ease score: 68.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer
Summary: "Lady Molly of Scotland Yard" by Baroness Emmuska Orczy is a mystery novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Lady Molly, a pioneering female detective at Scotland Yard, and her partner Mary Granard as they delve into various intriguing cases, starting with the mysterious murder of Mary Nicholls in a quiet village. The narrative highlights the challenges faced by women in the male-dominated detective field while showcasing their unique intuition and investigative prowess. The opening of the book introduces us to Lady Molly and her friend Mary, who are preparing to solve the "Ninescore Mystery," which involves the gruesome murder of Mary Nicholls discovered in the grounds of Ash Court. Lady Molly's excitement about investigating this case is palpable, as she believes that her feminine perspective is crucial in unraveling the truth where men have failed. The intricate details surrounding Mary Nicholls’ life, her disappearance, and the mysterious circumstances of the murder create a suspenseful atmosphere, setting the stage for Lady Molly's bold approach to uncovering the hidden truths behind the crime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Orczy, Emmuska Orczy, Baroness, 1865-1947
Illustrator: Cuneo, Cyrus, 1879-1916
EBook No.: 72581
Published: Jan 1, 2024
Downloads: 628
Language: English
Subject: Detective and mystery stories
Subject: Police -- Great Britain -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: English literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.