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Man with the Black Cord

Auguste Groner

Man with the Black Cord

Man with the Black Cord

Auguste Groner

Published in the early 20th century, 'Man with the Black Cord' by Auguste Groner features retired policeman Joseph Muller, who takes on a perplexing locked room mystery. When a baffling disappearance occurs in a house with a locked bedroom door, Muller must unravel the secrets of a housekeeper with hidden motives. This novella is notable for its intricate plot and early contribution to the detective fiction genre.

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