Keeper Of The Keys

Name: Keeper Of The Keys
Author: Earl Derr Biggers

Keeper of the Keys is a novel by Earl Derr Biggers, first published in 1921. It is the fourth book in the Charlie Chan series. The novel begins with Charlie Chan, a Chinese-American detective, being called to the home of a wealthy industrialist, John Quincy Winterslip. Winterslip has been receiving threatening letters from someone claiming to be the "Keeper of the Keys". Chan is asked to investigate the case and protect Winterslip's family. Chan soon discovers that the letters are connected to a mysterious cult known as the "Order of the Keys". He also discovers that the cult is connected to a series of murders that have been occurring in the area. As Chan investigates further, he discovers that the cult is connected to a powerful criminal organization. Chan must use all of his detective skills to unravel the mystery and protect the Winterslip family. Along the way, he must confront the cult's leader, a mysterious figure known only as the "Keeper of the Keys". In the end, Chan is able to bring the criminals to justice and protect the Winterslip family.

By Earl Derr Biggers · First published 1932 · Genre: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Detective Fiction · 20 chapters · 77,207 words

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The train had left Sacramento some distance behind, and was now bravely beginning the long climb that led to the high Sierras and the town of Truckee. Little patches of snow sparkled in the late afternoon sun along the way, and far ahead snow-capped peaks suddenly stood out against the pale sky of a reluctant spring.

Two conductors, traveling together as though for safety, came down the aisle and paused at section seven. "Tickets on at Sacramento," demanded the leader. The occupant of the section, a pretty blonde girl who seemed no more than twenty, handed him the small green slips. He glanced at them, then passed one to his companion. "Seat in Seven," he said loudly. "Reno."

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Work type: Novel
Author: Earl Derr Biggers
Date: 1932 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Detective Fiction, Thriller, Adventure
Length: 77,207 words
Structure: 20 chapters, 3,128 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The book follows the adventures of Charlie Chan, a Chinese-American detective, as he investigates a murder mystery.
Crime Fiction — The book follows the investigation of a crime, and the characters must use their detective skills to solve the case.
Detective Fiction — The book follows the adventures of Charlie Chan, a Chinese-American detective, as he investigates a murder mystery.
Thriller — The book contains suspenseful moments as the characters attempt to uncover the truth behind the murder mystery.