Three Thousand Dollars by Anna Katharine Green is a delightful and engaging mystery novel that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat until the very end. The story follows the wealthy Mr. Blake, who offers a large sum of money to anyone who can find his missing daughter, and the amateur detective Violet Strange who takes on the case.

The characters in the book are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns that will keep readers guessing. Green's writing is suspenseful and captivating, making it difficult to put the book down once you've started reading.

Overall, Three Thousand Dollars is a gripping mystery novel that is sure to entertain fans of the genre. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a fast-paced and intriguing read.

Book Description:
This short story by Anna Katharine Green revolves around a plot to steal some goods secured safely within an impenetrable vault within the confines of Mr. Stoughton's business concern. Nobody seems to have any clue as to how the vault can be accessed, and yet access is gained once a day by person or persons unknown, by a means not known to anyone, apparently Mr. Stoughton himself included! Every clerk in the office is suspect, as the devious plot to plunder the vault's contents unfolds. (Introduction by Roger Melin)