The Desert Moon mystery by Kay Cleaver Strahan
"The Desert Moon Mystery" by Kay Cleaver Strahan is a novel written in the late 1920s. The story revolves around the complex relationships and mysteries surrounding the Desert Moon Ranch, particularly focusing on characters such as Sam Stanley, the ranch owner, and the enigmatic Canneziano twins, Danielle and Gabrielle. As they return to the ranch, the narrative hints at underlying tensions, secrets, and perhaps the shadows of past grievances that will unfoldinto a gripping tale of intrigue. The opening of the novel introduces us to Mary, the housekeeper, who is already sensing trouble as news arrives of the Canneziano twins' intention to return to the ranch. Mary converses with Sam about their arrival, expressing her skepticism about their motives. The background of Margarita, their mother, and her tumultuous past with Sam, along with hints at family drama involving Dan Canneziano, set the stage for the unfolding mystery and emotional conflicts. Tension is built as both Mary and Sam consider the implications of the twins' return to a place already marked by romance, betrayal, and unresolved emotions. This intertwining of personal histories and the suspense of what is to come creates an engaging atmosphere for the reader. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Strahan, Kay Cleaver, 1888-1941 |
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| Title | The Desert Moon mystery |
| Original Publication | New York, NY: Grosset & Dunlap, 1927, copyright 1928. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 91.4 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Credits | Brian Raiter |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Nevada -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ranches -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75436 |
| Release Date | Feb 21, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 337 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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