Hemlock Avenue Mystery

"The Hemlock Avenue Mystery" is a detective novel by Lily A. Long, published under the pseudonym Roman Doubleday. Written in the early 20th century, the story revolves around a lawyer accused of murdering a rival, with a newspaper reporter investigating the case. The plot thickens as two women become suspects, while a third remains oblivious to the crime, challenging the reporter to piece together the scant clues. This work is notable for its early exploration of the mystery genre and its intricate character dynamics.














