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Hand and Ring (The Mr. Gryce Mysteries) Kindle Edition

by Anna Katharine Green (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 out of 5 stars 92
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A classic detective story of murder and punishment by one of America’s finest mystery writers

In a small New York town, the local legal professionals are discussing the nature of crime. Breaking the law, they conclude, does not pay in modern society, as the criminal will undoubtedly be caught. A mysterious hunchbacked stranger approaches the group to interject. “The smart ones don’t make tracks,” he says before disappearing. Meanwhile, just out of earshot, a woman has been murdered. Mrs. Clemmens was attacked in her home and there is no sign of the killer. As the case unfolds, several plausible suspects present themselves. But who actually committed the crime? And what should be made of the mysterious stranger who had such confidence in the abilities of the seasoned outlaw?

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  4. Publisher
    MysteriousPress.com/Open Road
  5. Publication date
    August 25, 2015
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About the Author

The American author Anna Katharine Green (1846-1955), who is recognized as one of the forerunners of detective fiction, was raised in a sophisticated and educated household and was born in Brooklyn, New York. Her debut book, "The Leavenworth Case," which was released in 1878, quickly rose to popularity. She produced countless short pieces in the genre in addition to almost 40 books. Intricate riddles, brilliant storytelling, and the use of forensic evidence were hallmarks of her books, which also often included characters like detective Ebenezer Gryce and the single sleuth Amelia Butterworth. Along with her contributions to the genre, Green pioneered the exploration of gender and social class issues in mysteries, often utilizing her characters to remark on societal injustices. She was on the executive committee of the New York State Suffrage Association and sponsored issues including public health and education, demonstrating her commitment to women's suffrage and charity. Her contributions to the detective fiction genre are still respected and recognized in modern times.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B013FGBJ46
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ MysteriousPress.com/Open Road (August 25, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 25, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2122 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 420 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1983789453
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.8 out of 5 stars 92

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3.8 out of 5 stars
3.8 out of 5
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DivaM
5.0 out of 5 stars Green is Good!
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2015
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When reading the Victorian novels of Green, one is constantly aware of the underlying messages in her work. Sympathy for one's neighbor, wickedness goes punished, selfless service towards a stranger, a lover or relative. In all our "advancement" we would be better people indeed if we payed more attention to our fellow man. I certainly consider myself a better person, simply for reading these heartwarming books!
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Joyce927
4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting mystery
Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2022
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A woman's body is discovered shortly after she was murdered. The time line of the story is c. early 1880s. There is quite a bit of circumstantial evidence against two men, equally compelling. A couple of New York detectives are brought in to investigate, and finally Mr. Gryce as well. Eventuality a third person is added as a possible murderer with a lot of additional circumstantial evidence. This was an intriguing mystery, but as is the case with a lot of books from this era, it was very repetitious. I would recommend this book for those who enjoy late nineteenth century authors. The murderer was a surprise, and I admit I grew impatient with the verbosity and repetitious, but I was determined to reach the conclusion.
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sunnyd
5.0 out of 5 stars Thououghly enjoyed this book
Reviewed in the United States on November 12, 2015
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Thououghly enjoyed this book, as I have all the Anna Katharine Green books and stories. There was a surprise ending which I wasn't expecting. The obscure ways of speaking and thinking and use of no longer used vocabulary words are very interesting and give the reader a glimpse into an earlier way of life.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A bit melodramatic
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2020
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This book is a product of it's time with the flowery prose but it is still a clever mystery complete with a master detective who steps in to cast a new light on all the evidence. I shall look for more of her books.
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Pamela H. Criste
1.0 out of 5 stars Not my cup of tea.
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2015
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It was way to long and wordy for me. I know it is a style of writing but it just drags. Within first couple of pages I felt I knew who did it but it took till end of book to let me know I was right.
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Linda Ward
2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2015
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It was alright. Didn't keep my interest tho
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Pat
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2015
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This book kept me really wondering what was going to happen. I will read books by Anna Katharine Green.
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Sharon S Busby
4.0 out of 5 stars Very old story.
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2019
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Very Strange mystery. I really Enjoyed it. It was a Very Odd love story. I Couldn't believe all the twists and turns.
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Mrs B
4.0 out of 5 stars K Green is a wonderful find for mystery lovers
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 5, 2014
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A. K Green is a wonderful find for mystery lovers!
pay the few pence and get the collection in one go!
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