The Detective by Jerome K. Jerome
The story revolves around a retired detective who is pulled back into the world of crime-solving when his estranged daughter goes missing. He must navigate his complicated past and confront his own demons in order to find her. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and corruption that leads him to question everything he thought he knew about his daughter's life and his own role in it. The detective's investigation takes him from the dark alleys of the city to the highest echelons of power, where he must use all his skills and experience to stay one step ahead of those who want to silence him. Throughout the story, the detective's past is slowly revealed, showing a man who has been haunted by his own failures and regrets. His relationship with his daughter is complex and fraught, but ultimately it is this bond that drives him to keep searching for her, no matter what the cost. The novel builds towards a thrilling climax as the detective finally uncovers the truth about his daughter's disappearance and the sinister forces that have been at work behind the scenes.
By Jerome K. Jerome · First published 1925 · Genre: Mystery, Comedy, Drama · 604 words
First lines
Ah! he is a cute one, he is. Possibly in real life he would not be deemed anything extraordinary, but by contrast with the average of stage men and women, any one who is not a born fool naturally appears somewhat Machiavellian.
He is the only man in the play who does not swallow all the villain tells him and believe it, and come up with his mouth open for more. He is the only man who can see through the disguise of an overcoat and a new hat.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Jerome K. Jerome
- Date: 1925 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Comedy, Drama, Theatrical, Satire
- Length: 604 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The plot revolves around a detective who uncovers truths and resolves conflicts, central to the mystery genre.
- Comedy — The writing style employs humor and satire, particularly in the portrayal of characters and their absurd situations.
- Drama — The narrative explores emotional themes and character relationships, typical of dramatic literature.
- Theatrical — The content is structured in a way that reflects stage performance, focusing on dialogue and character interactions.
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Detective Fiction · Mystery · Thriller · Crime · Investigation · Police Procedural · Suspense · Gritty Realism · Urban Setting · Social Commentary · Corruption · Power Struggle