The Clue of the Twisted Candle

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The 4.15 from Victoria to Lewes had been held up at Three Bridges in consequence of a derailment and, though John Lexman was fortunate enough to catch a belated connection to Beston Tracey, the wagonette which was the sole communication between the village and the outside world had gone.

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"You never saw him?" asked John Lexman, surprised.

Kara shook his head.

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