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A detective novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the famed detective Nick Carter as he becomes involved in a murder mystery that revolves around a recently released convict named Alfred Lawrence. The narrative opens with an old man wandering the streets of New York City, revealing his tragic past and hinting at a deeper conspiracy tied to his wrongful imprisonment. The opening of the novel introduces an aged and weary man, newly released from Sing Sing Prison, who is haunted by his tragic history and the memories associated with a long-abandoned house. After he is found murdered in a boarding house, Nick Carter arrives at the scene, ready to investigate. As he begins to unravel the mystery, details emerge about Lawrence's past, his unjust conviction for forgery, and key figures like the mysterious Isabella Porter and her association with dangerous individuals. This gripping start sets the stage for a complex web of intrigue, revenge, and hidden motives that Carter must navigate to uncover the truth behind the murder.
