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The story revolves around the character of Lawrence "Lollie" Blake, a young attorney who takes a train journey to attend a legal case. During the journey, he is given a lower berth in the sleeping car, which is later occupied by a man named "The Man in Lower Ten." However, the train is involved in a terrible accident, and the Man in Lower Ten is found murdered. Lollie Blake becomes a key witness and is drawn into the mystery surrounding the murder.As the story unfolds, Lollie finds himself entangled in a complex web of intrigue, false identities, and suspicious characters. To clear his own name and unravel the truth, he embarks on his own investigation, sometimes working alongside a young woman named Helen, who is also connected to the case."The Man in Lower Ten" is a classic example of early American detective fiction and is known for its suspenseful plot, engaging characters, and clever twists. Mary Roberts Rinehart was one of the pioneers of the "Had I But Known" style of mystery writing, where characters find themselves in dangerous situations due to their own curiosity or actions. This novel remains a popular and influential work in the mystery genre.