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"In Jeopardy" by Van Tassel Sutphen is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Hugh Hildebrand, who learns of the death of a distant relative, Francis Graeme, and subsequently discovers he is the primary beneficiary of Graeme's will. As Hugh navigates the family's dynamics and history at "Hildebrand Hundred," he encounters various characters culminating in a series of events that suggest deeper mysteries surrounding the death of his cousin. The opening of the novel introduces Hugh through a letter notifying him of his cousin's funeral and hinting at an inheritance. He reflects on his distant connection to the Graeme family, the historical rift caused by the Civil War, and his mixed feelings about attending the funeral. Upon his arrival at "Hildebrand Hundred," he encounters various family members and their complicated relationships, including John Thaneford, whose family has a vested interest in the estate. As the narrative unfolds, the atmosphere i

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_Author of_ "The Cardinal's Rose," Etc.

HARPER & BROTHERS PUBLISHERS NEW YORK AND LONDON

Copyright, 1922 By Harper & Brothers

CONTENTS

CHAPTER PAGE I. I FIND SOME NEW RELATIONS 3 II. THE SETTING OF THE STAGE 25 III. HILDEBRAND OF THE "HUNDRED" 40 IV. SOME HYPOTHETICAL QUESTIONS 54 V. THE MISSING LINK 68 VI. "MADAME COLETTE MARINETTE" 83 VII. THE WHISPERING GALLERY 99 VIII. ADVENTURING ON "SUGAR LOAF" 106 IX. 1-4-2-4-8 127 X. I RECEIVE AN ULTIMATUM 138 XI. THE RIDER OF THE BLACK HORSE 157 XII. SAFE FIND, SAFE BIND 171 XIII. LE CHIFFRE INDECHIFFRABLE 180 XIV. ANOTHER BREAK IN THE CIRCLE 192 XV. ONE CORNER OF THE VEIL 202 XVI. AD INTERIM 211

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