The Red Paste Murders by Arthur Gask

Name: The Red Paste Murders
Author: Arthur Gask

The novel follows the investigation of Detective Inspector French into the mysterious deaths of two men in a small English village. The victims were found with a red paste smeared on their faces, and the only clue is a mysterious note found at the scene. French soon discovers that the deaths are linked to a secret society, and he must unravel the mystery before more people are killed. As he delves deeper into the case, he finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a ruthless killer. The Red Paste Murders is a gripping and suspenseful mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end.

By Arthur Gask · First published 1923 · Genre: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Thriller · 17 chapters · 71,349 words

First lines

I shall never know what dreadful impulse compels me to write it all down.

My life is so many, many times forfeit to the State that were my hideous secret to become known, even now, after all these years, within an hour infuriated crowds would gather at my gate and I should be torn limb from limb without the slightest hope of mercy or reprieve.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Arthur Gask
Date: 1923 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Thriller, Detective Fiction
Length: 71,349 words
Structure: 17 chapters, 2,306 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The title of the book implies a mystery, as the word 'murders' suggests a crime that needs to be solved.
Crime Fiction — The title of the book implies a crime, as the word 'murders' suggests a criminal act that needs to be investigated.
Thriller — The title of the book implies a thrilling story, as the word 'murders' suggests a suspenseful plot with unexpected twists and turns.
Detective Fiction — The title of the book implies a detective story, as the word 'murders' suggests a case that needs to be solved by a detective.