This eBook edition of "The Man in Lower Ten" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Lawrence Blakely, an attorney-in-law carrying important papers, stumbles on a murder aboard a train. Meanwhile, his bag containing the valuable documents has been stolen, along with his clothes, and he's being accused of the killing when the train is wrecked. Blakely and a mysterious young woman may be the car's only survivors.

Mary Roberts Rinehart's novel, 'The Man in Lower Ten,' is a classic mystery that combines elements of suspense, romance, and humor. Set in the early 20th century, the book follows the story of a lawyer who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation while traveling by train. Rinehart's writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions, witty dialogue, and intricate plotting, making the novel a compelling read for fans of the genre. The narrative unfolds in a series of twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Rinehart's contribution to the mystery genre is evident in her ability to create a vivid and engaging story that continues to captivate readers to this day. Mary Roberts Rinehart, known as the 'American Agatha Christie,' drew inspiration from her own experiences as a nurse and war correspondent during World War I to craft her unique storytelling style. Her firsthand knowledge of human nature and keen observation skills shine through in 'The Man in Lower Ten,' making it a must-read for mystery enthusiasts and fans of classic literature.

The Man in Lower Ten is the first book ever written by Mary Roberts Rinehart, arguably the greatest American mystery writer of her generation. Vividly imagined, it combines adventure, suspense, horror, and mystery at breakneck speed.

Lawrence Blakely, an attorney-in-law carrying important papers, stumbles on a murder aboard a train. Meanwhile, his bag containing the valuable documents has been stolen, along with his clothes, and he's being accused of the killing when the train is wrecked. Blakely and a mysterious young woman may be the car's only survivors.

Wealthy spinster Rachel Innes and her niece and nephew, Gertrude and Halsey, rent a country house called Sunnyside for the summer. Upon arrival, the butler reveals to them that he believes there’s a ghost in the house. During the first night, Rachel is roused from sleep by strange sounds. The next night she’s awakened by a revolver shot, and discovers a dead body at the foot of the house’s circular staircase. The investigation into the murder reveals the house and its owners, the Armstrong family, hold many secrets. The Circular Staircase was published in 1908 and is credited with pioneering the “Had I but known” school of mystery writing, a form of foreshadowing that hints at impending disaster through the narrator’s regrets of their actions. The novel was adapted as a silent film in 1915, and most notably as a hit Broadway play, “The Bat” in 1920. This book is part of the Standard Ebooks project, which produces free public domain ebooks.

The Man in Lower Ten Mary Roberts Rinehart - A case of mistaken identity ignites this clever mystery from America's queen of crime A happy bachelor in Washington, DC, Lawrence "Lollie" Blakeley is just the right age to dance with the grown-up little sisters of the girls he used to know. He is without sentiment—so he claims—but is ruled and frequently routed by his elderly housekeeper. All he really wants is to relax with a round of golf and a trip out on the yacht. But when his law partner asks him to deliver important legal documents to a client in Pittsburgh, Lollie finds his cheerful life tremendously disturbed. In the course of one overnight trip, he ends up in the wrong berth, falls in love, and is accused of murder. The Man in Lower Ten was the first detective novel to appear on national bestseller lists and is just as deliciously thrilling today as when it was published more than a century ago.