Quintus Oakes: A Detective Story by Charles Ross Jackson

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Author Jackson, Charles Ross, 1867-1915
Title Quintus Oakes: A Detective Story
Note Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Quintus Oakes: A Detective Story" by Charles Ross Jackson is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the character Rodney Stone, an attorney who becomes entangled with the renowned detective Quintus Oakes, as they investigate a series of mysterious and dangerous occurrences surrounding the Mark Mansion. The narrative begins dramatically with a rescue during a fire, which introduces the capable and enigmatic Oakes, leading into a larger investigation that promises intrigue and unexpected threats. The opening portion of the novel sets the stage with a gripping scene where Rodney Stone witnesses a young girl about to fall from a burning building, only to be saved by the swift actions of a tall stranger—Quintus Oakes. Stone is captivated by Oakes's bravery and presence, and soon discovers the man's identity. As the story unfolds, Stone learns that Oakes is a celebrated detective taking on a complicated case tied to a haunting at the Mark Mansion, which has left its occupants in fear and confusion. The narrative expertly combines tension, mystery, and character development, hinting at the deep complexities awaiting both the characters and the reader as the plot progresses further into the chilling events tied to the Mansion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Subject Detective and mystery stories
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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