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In The Mystery of 31 New Inn, R. Austin Freeman blends the charm of Edwardian legal drama with the meticulous methods of forensic detection, When Dr. Jervis is called to treat a man in unusual circumstances-a patient secluded within the chambers of a London legal inn-what appears to be a simple case of illness quickly escalates into a sinister puzzle. Poisoning, impersonation, and legal intrigue converge in a tightly woven plot that challenges both the characters and the reader to question every detail, Dr. Thorndyke enters the scene with his signature calm intellect and medical expertise, unraveling clues with surgical precision. Freeman's mastery lies not just in crafting a mystery, but in immersing the reader in a world where every piece of evidence is meaningful and misdirection lurks in plain sight. With its unique setting and suspenseful pacing, The Mystery of 31 New Inn exemplifies classic detective fiction at its finest.