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Lady Molly of Scotland Yard - Chapter 1 - The Ninescore Mystery

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Lady Molly seizes a chance to solve a desperate murder case, defying the all-male Scotland Yard.

In the first chapter of 'Lady Molly of Scotland Yard', Lady Molly and her assistant Mary investigate the murder of Mary Nichols in Ninescore, where a body is found in a pond. Through intuition and clever tactics, they uncover a case of blackmail, identity confusion, and maternal instinct, leading to a shocking confession and the real culprit's downfall.

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A patient mystery where testimony, pride, and Lady Molly's nerve do the real work.

Lady Molly's handling of the Nine-Score mystery has the feel of a classic case: a body in the mud, uncertain medical evidence, and village gossip all keep the truth just out of reach.

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For when you want a classic mystery where one sharp woman outplays a wall of doubt.

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