Within an Inch of His Life

Name: Within an Inch of His Life
Author: Emile Gaboriau

The story revolves around a wealthy French aristocrat, Monsieur de Vilonne, who is murdered in his mansion. The main suspect is his nephew, Henri de Vilonne, who stands to gain a large inheritance from his uncle's death. However, the investigation reveals that several people had motives to kill Monsieur de Vilonne, including his wife, his mistress, and his business partner. As the police dig deeper, they uncover a complex web of deceit, blackmail, and hidden relationships that lead them closer to the killer.

By Emile Gaboriau · First published 1874 · Genre: Detective Fiction, Mystery, Crime Fiction · 44 chapters · 204,014 words

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In the night from the 22nd to the 23rd of June, 1871, towards one o'clock in the morning, the Paris suburb of Sauveterre, the principal and most densely populated suburb of that pretty town, was startled by the furious gallop of a horse on its ill-paved streets.

A number of peaceful citizens rushed to the windows.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Emile Gaboriau
Date: 1874 CE
Language: English
Genres: Detective Fiction, Mystery, Crime Fiction, Legal Thriller, Psychological Thriller
Length: 204,014 words
Structure: 44 chapters, 5,952 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Detective Fiction — The plot revolves around a murder investigation and the efforts to uncover the truth.
Mystery — The story is driven by the suspense and the unknown elements surrounding the crime.
Crime Fiction — The narrative focuses on the criminal act and its consequences.
Legal Thriller — The plot includes courtroom drama and legal proceedings.