09 - Meredith Mystery by Natalie Sumner Lincoln

In the heart of Ten Acres, David Curtis, a visually impaired doctor, stumbles upon a gruesome discovery - the lifeless body of his host, John Meredith. Instantly, suspicion surrounds Merediths niece, Anne. Despite his own limitations, Curtis is determined to prove her innocence, engaging in an enthralling pursuit of the truth. As we delve into a tangled web of promises and obligations, Anne was coerced into accepting a marriage proposal from Curtis by her uncle before his untimely demise. This, along with mounting evidence, almost seals Annes fate. However, Curtis relentless efforts eventually unmask the true perpetrator, delivering a thrilling climax to this gripping narrative. Summary by Book Review Digest, v.19 (1924).