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X Y Z: A Detective Story

Anna Katharine Green

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X Y Z: A Detective Story

Anna Katharine Green

American Literature, Novels

X Y Z: A Detective Story is a crime fiction novel by Anna Katharine Green, written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows a detective from the Secret Service investigating counterfeit money and family secrets surrounding the wealthy Benson family. Set against the backdrop of a masquerade ball, the story culminates in a shocking death that reveals deep-rooted deceptions and social class struggles. Green's work is notable for its intricate plotting and early contributions to the detective genre.

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