The Four-Pools Mystery

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Gutenberg ID

21264

Title

The Four-Pools Mystery

Language

en

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The Four-Pools Mystery is a novel by Jean Webster that revolves around the murder of Colonel Gaylord at his plantation in Virginia. The story follows Terry Patten, a reporter from New York, who becomes involved in the case and helps to uncover the truth behind the murder.

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The Four-Pools Mystery is a novel by Jean Webster that tells the story of the murder of Colonel Gaylord at his plantation in Virginia. The story begins with Terry Patten, a reporter from New York, who arrives at the plantation to spend his vacation. However, he soon becomes embroiled in the mystery surrounding Colonel Gaylord's death. As Terry delves deeper into the case, he discovers that there are several suspects and motives for the crime. Through his investigation, Terry uncovers a complex web of relationships and secrets among the characters at the plantation. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and redemption as Terry works to uncover the truth behind Colonel Gaylord's murder. Ultimately, the mystery is solved, but not without some unexpected twists and turns. The story also delves into the history of the plantation and its inhabitants, including Radnor, who is accused of the crime, and Mose, a loyal servant who may be hiding something. Through Terry's investigation, the novel reveals a web of secrets and lies that lead to the truth behind Colonel Gaylord's death. The story also explores the relationships between the characters, particularly between Radnor and Polly Mathers, who eventually get married after Radnor is cleared of suspicion. The novel ends with a sense of closure and new beginnings for the characters, as they move forward from the tragedy that has befallen them.

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• Mystery