Flat 2 by Edgar Wallace (1928)

In a tense narrative set against the backdrop of Malta, a tragic event unfolds involving Captain Hurley Brown, Robert Weldrake, and the notorious Emil Louba. The story begins with the shocking suicide of Weldrake, a young officer, which is attributed to Louba's corrupt influence over the men stationed on the island. Brown, who despises Louba for his role in ruining lives, vows to drive him out of Malta. As the plot thickens, the arrival of Weldrake's father adds emotional weight to the tragedy. Mr. Weldrake, a frail man, becomes a symbol of the devastation caused by Louba's actions. The narrative shifts to a chaotic scene at Louba's establishment, where tensions between rival entertainers escalate, leading to a violent confrontation. Amidst the chaos, Brown confronts Louba, accusing him of being responsible for Weldrake's death. The story takes a darker turn when Louba is found murdered in his flat, and suspicion falls on various characters, including Brown and Weldrake. The investigation reveals a web of deceit, with characters like da Costa, a rival of Louba, and Weldrake's father, who has been waiting for revenge against Louba for years. The narrative explores themes of vengeance, corruption, and the consequences of a life entangled with crime. As the police close in, the tension escalates. Characters grapple with their motivations and the moral implications of their actions. The story culminates in a gripping confrontation, where the true nature of loyalty, betrayal, and justice is put to the test. The resolution leaves readers questioning the fine line between right and wrong, and the lengths to which individuals will go to protect their own.

By Edgar Wallace · First published 1928 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime · 34 chapters · 76,341 words

First lines

A shot rang out sharply, and Captain Hurley Brown did not need the direction of the sound to guide him to Robert Weldrake's door. He had tried to intercept the white-faced boy, who had brushed him aside and entered his room, slamming the door and locking it.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Edgar Wallace
• Date: 1928 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Drama, Fiction
• Length: 76,341 words
• Structure: 34 chapters, 2,293 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

• Mystery — The plot revolves around solving a crime or uncovering secrets, typical of Edgar Wallace's works.
• Thriller — The narrative likely includes suspenseful elements and tension, characteristic of thrillers.
• Crime — The story involves criminal activities and their consequences, aligning with crime genre conventions.
• Drama — The themes may explore human emotions and conflicts, common in dramatic literature.

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mystery · crime · thriller · detective · suspense · Edgar Wallace · London · murder · investigation · secrets · intrigue · plot twist

Contents

• A Shot in the Night
• The Little Man who Caused a Riot
• The Woman who Escaped
• The Girl who Ran Away
• The Beaded Casket
• The Man who Waited
• Beryl Martin
• The Girl who had Lost
• The Man Behind the Curtain
• The Man who Cut the Alarm
• The Man who Took what he Wanted
• The Man in the Flat
• The Watchers
• The Burner of Letters
• The Woman with the Gloves
• The Man who was Suspected
• The Man Mho was Arrested
• Things that Miller Forgot
• Charlie and Kate
• Miller has a Theory
• The Trailer of Charlie
• The Man who had Disappeared
• The Man on the Stairs
• The Man under the Seat
• The Man who Followed Louba
• The Man Without an Overcoat
• The Man who had Boasted
• The Idea of Charles Berry
• The Man in the Fog
• The Commissioner who Disappeared
• Miller
• The Story
• The Killing
• The End

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• The Twister (1928)
• Big Foot (1927)
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• The Devil Man (1931)
• The Law of the Four Just Men (1921)
• The Joker (1926)
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