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That Affair Next Door (Version 2)

Anna Katharine Green

That Affair Next Door (Version 2)

That Affair Next Door (Version 2)

Anna Katharine Green

Published in 1897, 'That Affair Next Door' by Anna Katharine Green features the astute Miss Butterworth, who witnesses a mysterious event from her window. After seeing a man and woman enter a neighboring mansion, she is drawn into a murder investigation when only the man exits shortly after. This novel is notable for its early contribution to the detective fiction genre, showcasing Green's intricate plotting and character development.

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