The Coat of Arms by Edgar Wallace

Name: The Coat of Arms
Author: Edgar Wallace

The novel follows the story of a young man, John Stirling, who inherits a coat of arms from his father. He discovers that the coat of arms is linked to a mysterious and powerful family, and he soon finds himself embroiled in a dangerous game of intrigue and deception. John must use his wits and courage to unravel the secrets of the coat of arms and the family it belongs to. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a beautiful young woman, a sinister villain, and a mysterious figure from his past. As the story progresses, John discovers that the coat of arms is more than just a symbol of nobility; it is a key to unlocking a hidden legacy of power and wealth. The Coat of Arms is a thrilling adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its intricate plot and vivid characters, it is sure to captivate readers of all ages.

By Edgar Wallace · First published 1931 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction · 23 chapters · 60,519 words

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Officially they called the big, ugly barracks at the top of Sketchley Hill the Sketchley Poor Law Institution. Locally it was the Asylum. Only the oldest inhabitants could remember the furious controversy which had accompanied its building. Every landed proprietor within miles protested against the outrage; there were petitions, questions in Parliament, meetings en plein air when resolutions were passed demanding that the Government should stay its desecrating hand; but in the end it was built. And to the argument that it was a monstrous act of vandalism to erect an insane asylum with the loveliest view in Surrey, the officials concerned answered, reasonably enough, that even mad people were entitled to a pleasant outlook.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Edgar Wallace
Date: 1931 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length: 60,519 words
Structure: 23 chapters, 2,173 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Mystery — The Coat of Arms is a mystery novel by Edgar Wallace, which follows the story of a man who discovers a family secret and must solve a murder mystery to uncover the truth.
Thriller — The novel contains elements of suspense and intrigue, as the protagonist must unravel the mystery of the family secret and the murder in order to save himself and his family.
Crime Fiction — The novel follows a crime investigation, as the protagonist attempts to uncover the truth behind the murder and the family secret.
Historical Fiction — The novel is set in the early 20th century and contains elements of historical fiction, as the protagonist must uncover the truth about his family's past.