The Watson, John R. (John Reay) 1872- creator Rees, Arthur J. (Arthur John) 1872-1942 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Mystery of the Downs" by John R. Watson and Arthur J. Rees is a mystery novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative opens with Harry Marsland, a young man unexpectedly caught in a violent storm while riding through desolate countryside. Seeking shelter, he stumbles upon an eerie farmhouse where a shocking discovery awaits him—a dead body, leading him into a tangled web of intrigue and danger. The opening of the story sets a dramatic tone as Marsland, struggling against the elements, finds himself at Cliff Farm, motivated by concern for both his injured horse and his own safety. After encountering a mysterious girl at the farm, they soon realize that their shelter hides a darker secret. When they find the body of Frank Lumsden, suspicion and fear escalate, entwining their fates in a unraveling mystery linked to missing money and a potential murderer's pursuit. As he interacts with various characters and confronts hidden truths, Marsland must navigate through tension and uncertainty, hinting at a suspenseful and engaging plot to be uncovered. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-05-16 Suzanne Shell, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team Original publication data not identified Detective and mystery stories England -- Fiction PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45658 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45658 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134040.0 45658