The Case of the Lever Key
The story revolves around a young man who becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a key and a woman's disappearance. The narrative is presented through multiple perspectives, creating a complex web of events and motivations. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems. Characters' intentions are called into question, and the truth behind the key's significance begins to unravel. The story explores themes of deception, loyalty, and the blurred lines between right and wrong. Through its intricate plot and character-driven narrative, the mystery builds towards a surprising conclusion that challenges the reader's perceptions.
By Arthur Morrison · First published 1899 · Genre: Mystery, Detective fiction, Adventure · 4 chapters · 14,381 words
First lines
In some of the cases which we now know to have been connected with the Red Triangle, there was nothing, in the first place, to show any such association. In some of these cases the connection has become apparent only since the final clearing up of the whole mystery, and with these cases we have no present concern; but in others it revealed itself during the investigation of the case. It was to this second category that the next case belonged -- the next at all connectible, that is, after that of the mysterious death of Mr. Jacob Mason and the flight of Everard Myatt.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Arthur Morrison
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Detective fiction, Adventure
- Length: 14,381 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 176 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — As a 'Case of the' title, the novel indicates investigating a mystery or an unsolved crime detecting clues and unveiling secrets.
- Detective fiction — Arthur Morrison’s detective fiction series, which includes this book, revolves around the character Martin Hewitt - a detective investigating crimes, signifying that it must belong to this genre.
- Adventure — Morrison’s works usually involve adventurous elements such as daring tasks or dangerous missions that the detective needs to undertake. The title indicates an 'adventurous journey' to find the significance of the lever key.
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mystery · detective · crime · thriller · victorian · london · noir · hard-boiled · private investigator · whodunit · suspense · intrigue