Metta Victoria Fuller Victor
Dead Letter
Dive into the thrilling world of Americas first full-length crime fiction novel, The Dead Letter An American Romance, authored in 1866 by Metta Victoria Fuller Victor under the pseudonym, Seeley Regester. This work, while melodramatic at times, offers a captivating look at the genres early roots, punctuated with perspectives reflective of its era. The narrative unfolds with Richard Redfield, a clerk at the Dead Letter Office, who stumbles upon an unclaimed letter that ties into a brutal murder case from two years ago. Join us as we delve into this riveting tale, expertly summarized by J. M. Sm...
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Metta Victoria Fuller Victor
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Nov 2, 2026
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