Murder (1916)

Murder (1916) is a crime novel written by David Solon Greenberg. The book revolves around the murder of a wealthy businessman named George Darrow. The story is set in New York City in the year 1916, during the height of the First World War. The protagonist of the book is a detective named Everett True, who is tasked with solving the murder case. The book begins with the discovery of Darrow's body in his office, which is locked from the inside. The police initially suspect suicide, but True is convinced that it is a case of murder. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal among Darrow's family and associates. True's investigation takes him to various parts of the city, including the seedy underworld of New York's criminal gangs. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman who may hold the key to the mystery, a corrupt police officer, and a ruthless gangster. As True gets closer to the truth, he finds himself in increasing danger, and he must use all his wits and resources to solve the case and bring the killer to justice. The book is a classic example of the detective genre, with a complex plot, well-drawn characters, and a gripping narrative that keeps the reader engaged until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.