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Landon, Herman
1882
1960
Coverdale, Harry
The Gray Phantom's Return
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"The Gray Phantom's Return" by Herman Landon is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Patrolman Joshua Pinto, who finds himself embroiled in the mysterious murder of Sylvanus Gage, a tobacconist suspected of engaging in shady dealings. As events unfold, a connection to the elusive character known as the Gray Phantom emerges, setting the stage for intrigue and deception. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Officer Pinto patrolling a dreary neighborhood when he is alerted by a frantic housekeeper about a potential emergency involving Gage. Upon breaking into Gage's shop, Pinto discovers the tobacconist fatally wounded, and in his last moments, the man whispers the name of the Gray Phantom as his assailant. This dramatic opening lays the groundwork for a layered narrative as Pinto navigates through a web of betrayals and hidden motives, while the Gray Phantom—a figure known for his cunning escapes and charitable deeds—finds himself unjustly accused, compelling him to uncover the truth behind the murder and clear his name. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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