In Strange Company by Guy Boothby

Name: In Strange Company
Author: Guy Boothby

The story revolves around a young man who becomes embroiled in a mystery involving a woman with a dark past and a sinister plot to control the world's finances through a complex web of deceit and blackmail.

By Guy Boothby · First published 1901 · Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Crime · 20 chapters · 87,226 words

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So far we have seen, that shifty Marmaduke Plowden, in Chili known as Marcos Veneda, despatched to the care of his uncle, Sir Benjamin Plowden, of the East India Avenue, London, L200,000 in English gold, with the request that that gentleman would keep it for him until he could come home to look after it himself.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Guy Boothby
Date: 1901 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Crime, Romance, Historical
Length: 87,226 words
Structure: 20 chapters, 1,473 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Adventure — The plot revolves around thrilling and adventurous exploits, with a focus on exploration and action.
Mystery — The narrative includes elements of intrigue and suspense, with a central mystery driving the story forward.
Crime — The story involves criminal activities and the investigation of such, contributing to the tension and plot development.
Romance — There are romantic subplots that influence character motivations and relationships throughout the narrative.