The Scales of Justice

Name: The Scales of Justice
Author: Fred M. White

The novel follows the story of a young lawyer, John Denton, who is determined to prove the innocence of a man accused of murder. Denton is determined to prove the man's innocence despite the overwhelming evidence against him. He is aided in his quest by a mysterious woman, who helps him uncover the truth. The novel is set in the fictional town of St. Mary's, England, and follows Denton as he investigates the case and attempts to uncover the truth. Along the way, he must confront powerful forces that are determined to keep the truth hidden. The novel is a thrilling mystery that will keep readers guessing until the very end. It is a classic example of the detective fiction genre, and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.

By Fred M. White · First published 1908 · Genre: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Thriller · 40 chapters · 99,997 words

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Outside, a thin powder of snow was falling in fitful gusts; the low moan of the wind bent the elms like the masts of a ship in a gale. A solitary poacher, out from Longtown, glared through the swaying bushes, and wondered what was wrong at Grange Court, for the windows were all ablaze, and a string of carriages flashed to and fro along the drive. It was so black and cheerless and bitter without, that the poacher sighed for his own fireside.

The poacher was puzzled. Why were these carriages coming back so soon?

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Work type: Novel
Author: Fred M. White
Date: 1908 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Crime Fiction, Thriller, Legal Fiction
Length: 99,997 words
Structure: 40 chapters, 3,201 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The title of the book, 'The Scales of Justice', implies a mystery that needs to be solved, and the author, Fred M. White, is known for writing mystery novels.
Crime Fiction — The title of the book, 'The Scales of Justice', implies a crime that needs to be solved, and the author, Fred M. White, is known for writing crime fiction.
Thriller — The title of the book, 'The Scales of Justice', implies a thrilling story that needs to be solved, and the author, Fred M. White, is known for writing thrillers.
Legal Fiction — The title of the book, 'The Scales of Justice', implies a legal story that needs to be solved, and the author, Fred M. White, is known for writing legal fiction.