The Doctor, His Wife and the Clock

In "The Doctor, His Wife and the Clock," Anna Katherine Green, a pioneering figure in American detective fiction, presents a captivating mystery centered around Ebenezer Gryce, a recurring character in her series. Tasked with solving the murder of a beloved local citizen, Gryce navigates a community where the victim seemingly had no enemies. This novella showcases Green's influential storytelling style that paved the way for future mystery writers, making it a notable entry in her work.