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The Romance of the Secret Service Fund: The Mazaroff Rifle is a thrilling historical novel by Frederick Merrick White. Set in the late 19th century, the novel follows the adventures of a young British secret service agent, John Mazaroff, as he attempts to uncover a mysterious plot involving a powerful rifle. Mazaroff is sent to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in the small town of Krasnoyarsk, Russia. He soon discovers that the deaths are linked to a powerful rifle, the Mazaroff Rifle, which is said to have the power to shoot through walls and other obstacles. Mazaroff must use all of his wits and skills to uncover the truth behind the rifle and the mysterious plot. Along the way, Mazaroff meets a variety of characters, including a beautiful Russian princess, a mysterious gypsy, and a powerful Russian general. He also discovers a secret society of assassins, and must use all of his cunning and courage to survive. The Romance of the Secret Service Fund: The Mazaroff Rifle is an exciting and thrilling adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. With its vivid characters and thrilling plot, this novel is sure to be a hit with readers of all ages.
By Fred M. White · First published 1900 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 5,604 words
First lines
Newton Moore came into the War Office in response to a code telegram and a hint that speed was the essence of the contract. Sir George Morley plunged immediately into his subject.
-"I've got a pretty case for you," he said. "I suppose you have never heard of such a thing as the Mazaroff rifle?"
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The Romance of the Secret Service Fund: The Mazaroff Rifle is listed on Textopian as a novel by Fred M. White, dated 1900 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fred M. White
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Romance
- Length: 5,604 words
- Structure: 1 section, 189 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a secret service fund, making it a work of historical fiction.
- Adventure — The book follows the story of a secret service fund and the Mazaroff Rifle, creating an adventurous plot.
- Mystery — The book follows the story of a secret service fund, creating a mysterious plot.
- Romance — The book title includes the word 'Romance', suggesting that the book contains romantic elements.
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romance · mystery · adventure · espionage · historical fiction · military · rifles · secret service · suspense · action · intrigue · Fred M. White