Murder at Monte Carlo

Name: Murder at Monte Carlo
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim

The story follows the adventures of two Englishmen, Sir Charles Vandrift and his friend, Mr. John P. Dunster, as they travel to Monte Carlo. While there, they become embroiled in a mysterious murder case involving a beautiful young woman, a mysterious stranger, and a sinister plot. The two men soon find themselves in a race against time to solve the mystery before the murderer strikes again. Along the way, they must contend with a host of colorful characters, including a shady casino owner, a mysterious Russian countess, and a mysterious figure known only as the "Man in the Mask." As the mystery deepens, the two men must use all their wits and courage to uncover the truth and save the day. Will they be able to solve the mystery in time? Or will the murderer get away with his crime?

By E. Phillips Oppenheim · First published 1933 · Genre: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Thriller · 24 chapters · 70,728 words

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Paul Viotti tapped with the tips of his finger nails the five cards which lay face downwards before him upon the green baize table. His four companions took the hint and prepared to listen. This was no ordinary card room in which the five men had met. It was the Holy of Holies in the most famous gambling club of New York. He would be a brave man who sought entrance there while a séance was being held.

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Work type: Novel
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim
Date: 1933 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Thriller, Romance
Length: 70,728 words
Structure: 24 chapters, 2,747 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — Murder at Monte Carlo is a classic mystery novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim, featuring a detective who must solve a murder in the glamorous setting of Monte Carlo.
Crime Fiction — Murder at Monte Carlo is a crime fiction novel, as it follows a detective as he investigates a murder and attempts to bring the perpetrator to justice.
Thriller — Murder at Monte Carlo is a thrilling novel, as the detective must race against time to solve the mystery and prevent further crimes from occurring.
Romance — Murder at Monte Carlo contains elements of romance, as the glamorous setting of Monte Carlo provides a backdrop for the detective's investigation and a potential love interest.