One of my Sons

Name: One of my Sons
Author: Anna Katharine Green

"One of My Sons" is a psychological thriller that follows the story of a man named John Harker, who is accused of murdering his business partner. The novel explores themes of guilt, innocence, and the complexities of human relationships. As the story unfolds, Harker's past is revealed, revealing a web of secrets and lies that lead to the tragic events. Through the use of suspenseful plot twists and well-crafted characters, Green keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.

By Anna Katharine Green · First published 1904 · Genre: Mystery, Crime, Detective Fiction · 35 chapters · 110,923 words

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I was walking at a rapid pace up the avenue one raw, fall evening, when somewhere near the corner of FiftyStreet I was brought to a sudden stand-still by the sound of a child's voice accosting me from the stoop of one of the handsome houses I was then passing.

"O sir!" it cried, "please come in. Please come to grandpa. He's sick and wants you."

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Work type: Novel
Author: Anna Katharine Green
Date: 1904 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Crime, Detective Fiction, Adventure
Length: 110,923 words
Structure: 35 chapters, 2,068 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Mystery — The plot hinges on the mystery of which of the sons committed a crime. This genre is characterized by the unraveling of secrets and uncertainty over the identity of the perpetrator, making it the primary genre of 'One of my Sons'.
Crime — The central plotline involves an illegal act and its consequences, which aligns with the crime genre. Elements such as guilt, justice, and the nature of the crime itself are explored throughout the book.
Detective Fiction — The story entails the search for a criminal, led predominantly by a detective figure. It involves sifting through clues and suspects, which is intrinsic to the detective fiction genre.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey to investigate and reveal the truth, providing the book with components of an adventure genre, although it is not the main genre.