Wealthy Chicago magnate’s mysterious disappearance drives a perilous tale
Benjamin Corvet, a reclusive Chicago tycoon, o sets a chain of confrontations after forcing Constance Sherrill to vow not to wed Henry Spearman. Alan Conrad arrives from Blue Rapids to claim Corvet’s estate and becomes entangled in murder attempts, blackmail, and a hidden Indian drum legend tied to the Great Lakes tragedy.
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Benjamin Corvet
Henry Spearman
Corvet
Constance Sherrill
Lawrence Sherrifl
Spearman
Sherrift
Alan Conrad
Blue Rapids
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Alan
Sherrill
Conrad
Bherrill
Colvet Haw
Constance
Wassaquam
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Constance Finds Uncle Benny’s Death Clues at the Point
In January 1896 Constance discovers Benny Corvet’s engraved watch and coins from his pockets, confirming his death and tying Alan Conrad’s search to a family mystery. She writes to reunite Alan with news, while Henry presses for a quick marriage as she awaits his return to Harbor Point.
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Alan Conrad
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Big Death
Henry
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Ben
Ganrthing Sgutu
Petoskey
Grand Traverse
Lake Michigan
Harbor Point
Sherrill
Alan San
Constance Sherrill
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