# XXVIII explained — Room 13

> Chapter companion for Room 13 by Edgar Wallace.

## What happens

Mr. Reeder investigates Emanuel Legge's death and discovers that Marney Kane has disappeared. He learns from Peter Kane about the events at the Highlow Club, including the drugging and the spiral staircase. Reeder realizes Jeff Legge has taken Marney to a secret printing location.

## Themes in this chapter

### Crime and Punishment

Emanuel Legge's death and the ongoing criminal activities

### Fatherhood and Protection

Peter Kane's concern for Marney's safety

## Character check-ins

### Mr. Reeder

Investigates Emanuel Legge's death and Marney's disappearance

### Emanuel Legge

Found dead with a broken wrist, killed by a poker

### Peter Kane

Reveals details about the drugging and the spiral staircase at the Highlow Club

### Marney Kane

Disappeared from home after a phone call

### Barney

Reports Marney's disappearance and provides gossip about the printing works

### Johnny Gray

Mentioned as missing and knowledgeable about the printing works

### Parker

Provides trivial details about Johnny's clothing despite the danger

## Key lines

> The poker came from⁠—where?

Mr. Reeder wondered where the poker originated.

_Reeder examines the murder weapon._

> I am not at all worried, sir. Mr. Gray was wearing his new sock suspenders⁠—

Parker was unconcerned, focusing on Johnny's clothing details.

_Parker's misplaced priorities frustrate Reeder._

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