In Queer Street by Fergus Hume
The story revolves around a mysterious murder that takes place on Queer Street, where a wealthy businessman named Mark Scrutton is found dead. The investigation that follows reveals a complex web of relationships and motives among the characters, including Scrutton's wife, his niece, and several business associates. As the detective digs deeper, he uncovers a trail of deceit, blackmail, and hidden secrets that ultimately lead to the killer's identity.
By Fergus Hume · First published 1889 · Genre: Mystery, Literary Fiction, Social Commentary · 21 chapters · 111,871 words
First lines
"Here," explained the landlady, "we are not wildly gay, as the serious aspect of life prevents our indulging in unrestrained mirth. Each one of us is devoted to an ideal, Mr. Spruce."
"And what is the ideal, Mrs. Tesk? " asked the twinkling little man who was proposing himself as a boarder.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fergus Hume
- Date: 1889 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Drama, Comedy
- Length: 111,871 words
- Structure: 21 chapters, 2,358 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The plot revolves around the interactions and secrets of the characters in a boarding house, creating an atmosphere of intrigue and suspense.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style is characterized by detailed character development and exploration of social themes, typical of literary fiction.
- Social Commentary — The narrative critiques social class and the pursuit of wealth, reflecting on the lives of the characters in a specific socio-economic context.
- Drama — The interactions among characters and their personal struggles create dramatic tension throughout the story.
Tags
Mystery · Thriller · Crime Fiction · Detective Novel · Queer Theme · LGBTQ+ · Romance · Suspense · Victorian Era · London Setting · Murder Investigation · Police Procedural
Contents
- The Boarding-House
- Old School-Fellows
- Man Proposes
- The Advertisement
- The Next Step
- Seeking Trouble
- An Amazing Discovery
- Family History
- Gwen
- Vane's Aunt
- Macbeth's Banquet
- Cupid's Garden
- Danger
- At Bay
- A Friend in Need
- Explanations
- Blackmail
- Hench's Diplomacy
- A Denial
- Reaping the Whirlwind
- The Sunshine of Life