A Temporary Dead-Lock

Name: A Temporary Dead-Lock
Author: Thomas A. Janvier

In Thomas A. Janvier's novel, A Temporary Dead-Lock, a young man named John is struggling to make ends meet in a small town in the Midwest. He is desperate to find a job, but his search is complicated by the fact that he is a convicted felon. With no other options, John takes a job as a night watchman at a local factory. At first, John is content with his new job, but soon he discovers that the factory is a front for a criminal organization. He is forced to confront the harsh realities of the criminal underworld and must make difficult decisions in order to survive. As he navigates his way through the dangerous world of organized crime, John discovers that he is not alone in his struggles. He meets a young woman named Sarah, who is also trying to make a living in the same town. Together, John and Sarah must find a way to survive in a world of violence and corruption. As they struggle to make a life for themselves, they must also confront the consequences of their choices and the consequences of the choices of those around them. In the end, John and Sarah must decide if they are willing to risk everything for a chance at a better life.

By Thomas A. Janvier · First published 1891 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction · 35 chapters · 6,390 words

First lines

Mr. John Amesbury, Senior Warden of St. Jude's Church, Minneapolis, to the Rev. Clement Markham:

Vestry of St. Jude's, April 4th.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Thomas A. Janvier
Date: 1891 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction, Historical Fiction
Length: 6,390 words
Structure: 35 chapters, 126 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The title suggests a puzzle or mystery that needs to be solved, and the author is known for writing mystery novels.
Thriller — The title implies a suspenseful story with a sense of urgency, which is a common element of thrillers.
Crime Fiction — The title implies a story involving criminal activity, which is a common element of crime fiction.
Historical Fiction — The author is known for writing historical fiction, so this genre may be relevant to the book.