One of New York City's richest retirees is found dead in his library,
making his family and closest friends the focus of the investigation.
This is a classic case of whodunit that forces the reader to expect the
unexpected. Horatio Leavenworth was a successful merchant fatally shot
in his own home. His murder is brought to the attention of Inspector
Ebenezer Gryce and Leavenworth's attorney, Everett Raymond. Due to the
victim's wealth, many people stand to benefit from his premature death.
Gryce and Raymond compile a list of suspects, including family members
set to inherit the bulk of the estate. Together, the men look at the
evidence to uncover the identity of the real killer. The Leavenworth
Case is one of Anna Katharine Green's most engaging novels. It's a
realistic detective story filled with complex clues and nuanced
characters. It is a unique mystery where its questions are just as
compelling the answers. With an eye-catching new cover, and
professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Leavenworth
Case is both modern and readable.