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Mary Roberts Rinehart's 'The Man in Lower Ten' is a vintage mystery novel set in the early 20th century, featuring attorney Lawrence Blakely as the protagonist. Blakely finds himself in a tangled web of events when forged bank notes he was carrying are stolen, leading to a murder on a train. The plot is filled with intricate connections among characters, misleading clues, and a blend of humor and suspense, typical of Rinehart's storytelling style. The book offers a glimpse into the social norms and lifestyle of the era, with vivid descriptions of train travel and character interactions.
From The Publisher:
A drunk passed out in his assigned sleeping berth saves Lawrence Blakely's life when, mistaken for Blakely, he is murdered, tipping off the detective that someone wants him dead. Reissue.
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