Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
The Gathering at Gull's Point
Lady Tressilian invites her ward Nevile to her estate, setting the stage for the unfolding mystery.
Key Events
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Lady Tressilian's Invitation — Lady Tressilian invites Nevile to her estate Characters: Lady Tressilian, Nevile Strange, Thomas Royde, Mary Aldin
Location: Gull's Point
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Nevile's Complication — Nevile insists on bringing both wives Characters: Nevile Strange, Audrey Strange, Kay Elliot
Location: Gull's Point
Deaths and Disappearances
Frederick Treves dies unexpectedly, followed by the murder of Lady Tressilian, escalating the tension.
Key Events
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Treves' Death — Frederick Treves suddenly dies Characters: Lady Tressilian, Frederick Treves, Thomas Royde
Location: Gull's Point
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Lady Tressilian Murdered — Lady Tressilian is found murdered Characters: Lady Tressilian, Nevile Strange, Audrey Strange, Kay Elliot, Thomas Royde
Location: Gull's Point
The Investigation Unfolds
Superintendent Battle and Inspector Leach lead the investigation, questioning all suspects at Gull's Point.
Key Events
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Investigation Begins — Police begin investigating the murder Characters: Inspector Leach, Superintendent Battle, Mac
Location: Gull's Point
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Questioning Suspects — Police question all suspects Characters: Inspector Leach, Superintendent Battle, Mac, Nevile Strange, Audrey Strange, Kay Elliot, Thomas Royde
Location: Gull's Point
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Key Discovery — Police make a crucial discovery Characters: Superintendent Battle, Mac, Inspector Leach
Location: Gull's Point
Zero Hour
The murderer is revealed in a dramatic confrontation, bringing the mystery to its conclusion.
Key Events
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Murderer Revealed — The murderer is revealed in a dramatic confrontation Characters: Superintendent Battle, Mac, Inspector Leach, Nevile Strange, Audrey Strange, Kay Elliot, Thomas Royde
Location: Gull's Point
After a scandalous divorce, a tennis star, his ex-wife and a volatile mix of guests converge at a coastal estate. When murder strikes, a troubled detective must unravel the truth.
