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Pemberton, Max
1863
1950
Pemberton, Sir Max
Jewel Mysteries, from a Dealer's Note Book
The opal of Carmalovitch -- The necklace of green diamonds -- The comedy of the jewelled links -- Treasure of White Creek -- The accursed gems -- The watch and the scimitar -- The seven emeralds -- The pursuit of the topaz -- The ripening rubies -- My lady of the sapphires.
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"Jewel Mysteries, from a Dealer's Note Book" by Max Pemberton is a collection of fictional narratives centered around the world of jewelry dealing, likely written in the early 20th century. The book intertwines elements of mystery and intrigue, focusing on the complex relationships that develop between jewelers and their clients, often set against the backdrop of theft, deception, and the allure of precious gems. The opening chapter introduces the main character, a jeweler whose keen eye for quality and invaluable experience makes him both a target and a participant in various jewel-related dramas. The opening of the book sets the stage for a meeting between the jeweler and a mysterious man, Steniloff Carmalovitch, who presents a magnificent opal for sale. As the jeweler inspects the stone, he becomes increasingly suspicious of the man's motives, considering the opal's stunning quality juxtaposed against the man's shabby appearance. The tension builds as the jeweler navigates his intrigue and moral quandary surrounding the purchase, seeking to uncover the stone's history while being wary of the potential that it may have been obtained illegitimately. This captivating beginning hooks the reader into the interconnected tales of value, deception, and the lives behind the jewels, promising an engaging exploration of human nature surrounding wealth and worth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Short stories
Detective and mystery stories, English
Jewelry -- Collectors and collecting -- Fiction
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