02247cam a22003373u 4500 73716 UtSlPG 20260610134715.0 m cr n 260607r20241924utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Cole, G. D. H. (George Douglas Howard), 1889-1959 The Brooklyn murders Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-05-28 Brian Raiter "The Brooklyn Murders" by G. D. H. Cole is a fictional murder mystery written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the chaos following the murder of two members of the esteemed Brooklyn family, leading to a complex investigation filled with familial intrigue and hidden motives. Central characters include Sir Vernon Brooklyn, the family patriarch, and his niece Joan Cowper, who becomes embroiled in the aftermath of the tragedies. The opening of "The Brooklyn Murders" introduces a celebratory dinner for Sir Vernon's seventieth birthday, attended by his relatives and friends. Amidst the festivities, tension simmers regarding Joan's engagement to John Prinsep, which she vehemently opposes. Following the celebration, the scene shifts dramatically with the discovery of John Prinsep's body, who has been murdered in his study. Shortly thereafter, George Brooklyn, another family member, is also found dead in the garden. Joan's shock and confusion set the tone for the unfolding mystery as the police start their investigation, revealing an intricate web of relationships and secrets within the Brooklyn family. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York, NY: Thomas Seltzer, Inc., 1924 Detective and mystery stories Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction Police -- Great Britain -- Fiction https://catalog.hathitrust.org/Record/101664799 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73716 114441 114441