Fletcher, J. S. (Joseph Smith) 1863-1935 creator text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "In the Mayor's Parlour" by J. S. Fletcher is a mystery novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in the quaint town of Hathelsborough, where the newly elected Mayor, Councillor John Wallingford, is found murdered in his office shortly after taking office. The story introduces various characters, including Wallingford's cousin Richard Brent, who becomes involved in unraveling the mystery behind the Mayor's untimely death, a crime that may be rooted in political conflicts within the town. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Hathelsborough's historic setting and the tension that lies beneath its surface. It starts with an atmospheric description of the town, highlighting its old architecture and traditions. The protagonist, Bunning, the caretaker of the Moot Hall, is introduced as he interacts with Wallingford before the Mayor enters his parlour alone. Right away, the narrative shifts dramatically as Wallingford's cousin, Richard Brent, discovers him dead, revealing that his murder occurred within a seemingly secure environment. This shocking moment sets the stage for a deep investigation into the killer's identity, as Brent aims to uncover the motives for the crime amidst political intrigue and hidden animosities in a town reluctant to share its secrets. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-05-11 Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Detective and mystery stories PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25424 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/25424 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133601.0 25424