Author
Francis Worcester Doughty
1850-1917
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Books by Francis Worcester Doughty
The Bradys' Race for Life; or, Rounding Up a Tough Trio: A Detective Story of Life
"The Bradys' Race for Life; or, Rounding Up a Tough Trio: A Detective Story of Life" is a detective story that appears to have been written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around Old King Brady, a seasoned detective, and his younger partner, Harry Brady, as they investigate a gruesome murder that is intricately connected to a series of dark plots involving a missing heiress, Evelyn Grimm. The book promises suspenseful twists and turns as the detectives navigate through deception and danger to uncover the truth behind this mysterious crime. At the start of the story, a desperate cry for help resonates through a stormy night in a New York City side street, leading two men to discover a blood-soaked area outside a tenement. When detectives Old King Brady and Harry arrive, they find evidence of a violent crime concealed by a raging fire. The opening portion sets the stage for an intriguing investigation, as the Bradys uncover clues linking the crime to the wealthy heiress, Evelyn Grimm, who is believed to be missing or possibly a victim of murder. The early chapters highlight the detectives' determination to solve the case and their willingness to confront danger head-on, promising a gripping tale filled with suspense and unexpected revelations.
The Bradys After a Chinese Princess; Or, The Yellow Fiends of 'Frisco
"The Bradys After a Chinese Princess; Or, The Yellow Fiends of 'Frisco" by Doughty is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Old King Brady, a seasoned detective, and his partner Young King Brady as they work to thwart a smuggling operation involving opium smugglers in San Francisco. Their investigation becomes even more complex when they discover that a Chinese princess, Skeep Hup, is tangled in the plot, raising the stakes for their mission as various dangers loom. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the setting: a foggy night in San Francisco where the Bradys are awaiting the arrival of smugglers near India Basin. As they sit in their motorboat with a small team of Secret Service operatives, they overhear voices in Chinese that suggest the smugglers have captured the princess and are in distress. Alice Montgomery, a female detective and partner to Old King Brady, is called upon to help decipher the situation, but soon a dramatic unfolding leads to Alice's abduction. The opening sets a tense and intriguing atmosphere, pointing to deeper mysteries ahead as the Bradys find themselves entangled in both a smuggling ring and a race against time to save Alice and the princess.
The Bradys' Chinese Clew; Or, The Secret Dens of Pell Street
"The Bradys' Chinese Clew; Or, The Secret Dens of Pell Street" by Doughty is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story focuses on two detectives, Old King Brady and his partner Young King Brady, as they navigate the intrigues of Chinatown in New York while searching for a missing young woman and uncovering a mysterious treasure related to hidden pension funds. At the start of the narrative, set during a heavy thunderstorm, the Bradys are in Chinatown waiting for a contact regarding a case that involves Ed Butler, a young man whose sister has eloped with a Chinese man and stolen important family papers. Ed arrives, but shortly after meeting the Bradys, he falls into a trap that leads to a secret underground lair, revealing deeper mysteries concerning the secret Chinese society and the lost treasure. As the Bradys investigate, they encounter dangers, including treachery from within the Chinese community, and discover that non-Chinese individuals have also become entangled in this web. The opening sets up a suspenseful and complex plot filled with twists and dark secrets waiting to be unraveled.
The Bradys Beyond Their Depth; Or, The Great Swamp Mystery
"The Bradys Beyond Their Depth; Or, The Great Swamp Mystery" by Doughty is a detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Old and Young King Brady, two renowned detectives, as they navigate a complex case involving a cry for help, a suspicious undertaker, and the mystery surrounding a missing body. Against a backdrop of gripping crime and deception, the detectives' pursuit of justice leads them into danger and intrigue. The opening of the novel introduces the Bradys as they respond to a desperate cry for help coming from a residence in a dangerous neighborhood in New York City. As they investigate, they encounter an undertaker and a mysterious coffin. Their ensuing confrontation reveals a web of complications involving a potential murder and an elaborate scheme to transport a body under suspicious circumstances. Throughout the opening chapters, readers are pulled into a thrilling chase that sets the tone for the gripping story of deception, danger, and the pursuit of truth that lies ahead.
The Bradys and the Girl Smuggler; Or, Working for the Custom House
"The Bradys and the Girl Smuggler; Or, Working for the Custom House" by Doughty is a detective novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Old King Brady and his apprentice, Young King Brady, as they work to uncover a smuggling operation involving precious stones at the Custom House in New York. The narrative introduces the tension between the skilled Bradys and the smugglers, with elements of intrigue and deception as they attempt to apprehend the culprits. At the start of the story, we witness the Bradys being assigned to crack down on a smuggling ring that the regular inspectors have failed to expose. They quickly encounter Paul La Croix, a cunning smuggler, and his daughter Clara, who is involved in the schemes. As the Bradys devise a strategy to uncover the smuggling operation, they display their keen skills and determination, setting the stage for a suspenseful cat-and-mouse chase. The opening chapters establish a compelling premise, as the Bradys navigate through challenges and rivalries within the Custom House, all while uncovering surprising twists related to the characters involved in the smuggling ring.