Agatha Webb by Anna Katharine Green

Name: Agatha Webb
Author: Anna Katharine Green

Agatha Webb is a novel by Anna Katharine Green, first published in 1890. The story follows the investigation of a murder that takes place at a remote estate in England. The protagonist, detective Luke Fenner, must unravel the complex web of relationships and motives among the victim's family and servants to uncover the killer. With its intricate plot and suspenseful atmosphere, Agatha Webb is a classic example of the "detective novel" genre and a testament to Green's skill as a mystery writer.

By Anna Katharine Green · First published 1907 · Genre: Mystery, Detective fiction, Suspense · 35 chapters · 104,402 words

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The dance was over. From the great house on the hill the guests had all departed and only the musicians remained. As they filed out through the ample doorway, on their way home, the first faint streak of early dawn became visible in the east. One of them, a lank, plain-featured young man of ungainly aspect but penetrating eye, called the attention of the others to it.

"Look!" said he; "there is the daylight! This has been a gay night for Sutherlandtown."

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Work type: Novel
Author: Anna Katharine Green
Date: 1907 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Detective fiction, Suspense
Length: 104,402 words
Structure: 35 chapters, 1,856 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The novel comes from an author widely known for her detective stories, and the plot revolves around the murder investigation of the titled character Agatha Webb.
Detective fiction — The principal character, Amos Page, is a young detective investigating a murder, which falls under the detective fiction category.
Suspense — The novel unfolds with many mysteries, clues, and misleads that maintain a high level of suspense throughout the story.