A Point of Testimony by Carolyn Wells
"A Point of Testimony" by Carolyn Wells is a crime fiction novel published in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the witty and humorous detective Bert Bayliss, who is summoned to investigate a murder in an affluent household. Set against the backdrop of a well-to-do society, the story provides a thrilling look at a web of suspects intertwined with motives related to inheritance and intrigue. The plot begins with the
murder of Richard Hemmingway, a well-known financier, who has been strangled in his library. With a myriad of suspects, including family members and staff, Bayliss navigates through their testimonies and hidden motives. A key element emerges when evidence points to George Fiske, Hemmingway’s secretary, as the likely murderer. However, through clever deductions, Bayliss uncovers the truth: Fiske had staged the crime to cover his own machinations regarding a large sum of missing securities. Ultimately, the combination of humor and keen observation leads to a surprising revelation and the resolution of the case, showcasing Bayliss's unique approach to detective work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Wells, Carolyn, 1862-1942 |
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| Title | A Point of Testimony |
| Original Publication | United States: The Ridgway Company,1911. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 73.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Roger Frank and Sue Clark |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction |
| Subject | Detectives -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66601 |
| Release Date | Oct 23, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 90 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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