The Postmaster of Market Deignton

Name: The Postmaster of Market Deignton
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim

The novel follows the story of John Merton, a young man who is appointed postmaster of the small village of Market Deignton. He soon discovers that the village is full of secrets and mysteries, and he is determined to uncover the truth. John soon finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger, as he discovers that the village is being used as a base for a criminal gang. He must use all his wits and courage to protect the village and its inhabitants from the gang's nefarious activities. The novel is a thrilling adventure story, full of suspense and mystery. It is a classic example of Oppenheim's writing, and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.

By E. Phillips Oppenheim · First published 1892 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Romance · 41 chapters · 84,731 words

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It is market-day in the little county town which has become my temporary abode. Out in the cobble-paved, straggling square are half a dozen stalls laden with prints and calicoes, cheap hats, fruit, picture-books, legs of mutton, sides of beef, and many other such uninteresting articles. There seems to be plenty of everything except customers, and they are scarcely expected yet. The housewives of the place are still busy with their weekend's cleaning, and their lords and masters are away toiling on the land. Later, when the day's work is over and the oil-lamps are lit, they will come out together to make their little purchases, dressed most likely in their Sunday clothes, and washed to a degree of shininess which, until I came to Market Deignton, I should have thought incredible.

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Work type: Novel
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim
Date: 1892 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Romance, Historical Fiction
Length: 84,731 words
Structure: 41 chapters, 3,264 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Mystery — The book follows the story of a postmaster who is trying to uncover the truth behind a mysterious disappearance.
Thriller — The book contains suspenseful moments as the postmaster attempts to solve the mystery.
Romance — The book contains a romantic subplot between the postmaster and a local woman.
Historical Fiction — The book is set in a rural English village in the early 20th century.