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The Breaking Point
- Author
- Mary Roberts Rinehart
- Narrator
- Jackson Hall, Miles Turner
- Publisher
- Manifold Media LLC
- Publish Date
- 21 February 2025
- Run Time
- 11 hours 21 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
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- Author
- Mary Roberts Rinehart
- Narrator
- Jackson Hall, Miles Turner
- Duration
- 11 hours 21 minutes
- Release Date
- 21 February 2025
- ISBN
- 0782376063390
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- Manifold Media LLC
- Genre
- Classic fiction: general and literary, Fiction: general and literary
Synopsis
""The Breaking Point" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a captivating mystery novel that weaves together suspense, romance, and intrigue. Let's delve into the intriguing plot: Summary Setting: The story unfolds in a New York suburban town shortly after the end of World War I. Protagonist: Meet Dr. Dick Livingston, a quiet man with a mysterious past. He can only remember the last ten years of his life. Love and Mystery: As Dick practices medicine, he falls in love with Elizabeth Wheeler, a young lady who sings in a church choir. Unexpected Revelation: One evening, while attending a play, Dick is recognized by the main actress' manager. He is identified as Jud Clark, wanted for questioning in a potential homicide that occurred ten years earlier in Wyoming. Themes: The novel explores identity, memory, and the consequences of a hidden past. Mary Roberts Rinehart, often called "America's Agatha Christie," crafted this tale with her signature blend of suspense and character-driven storytelling. As you follow Dick's journey, you'll unravel secrets and confront the breaking point where past and present collide."
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