The Grey Cloak is a novel written by Harold MacGrath. Set in the early 1900s, the story follows the life of a young man named Richard Duvall, who is an amateur detective. Duvall is tasked with solving a mystery involving a man who has been accused of murder. The man in question is a wealthy businessman named Mr. Jarvis, who is suspected of killing his business partner. Duvall is determined to clear Mr. Jarvis' name, and he sets out to gather evidence that will prove his innocence.As Duvall investigates the case, he discovers that there are many people who have a motive for wanting Mr. Jarvis dead. He also learns that there are many secrets that have been kept hidden, and that the truth is not always what it seems. Along the way, Duvall encounters a number of interesting characters, including a beautiful young woman named Miss Jane Strong, who becomes his love interest.The Grey Cloak is a thrilling mystery novel that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The story is full of twists and turns, and the characters are well-developed and engaging. MacGrath's writing is descriptive and engaging, and he does an excellent job of capturing the atmosphere of the early 1900s. Overall, The Grey Cloak is a must-read for fans of mystery and suspense.1903. MacGrath, a prolific writer, wrote for newspapers until 1890 when he published his first novel Arms and the Woman. The Grey Cloak begins: A man enveloped in a handsome grey cloak groped through a dark alley which led into the fashionable district of the Rue de Bethisy. From time to time he paused, with a hand to his ear, as if listening. Satisfied that the alley was deserted save for his own presence, he would proceed, hugging the walls. The cobbles were ice, and scarce a moment passed in which he did not have to struggle to maintain his balance. The door of a low tavern opened suddenly, sending a golden shaft of light across the glistening pavement and casting a brilliant patch on the opposite wall. With the light came sounds of laughter and quarreling and ringing glasses. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.