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The Footsteps at the Lock · Chapter

The Footsteps at the Lock explained

Miles Bredon and Angela investigate the lock where the canoe was found empty, discovering footprints and clues that suggest foul play rather than an accidental drowning.

What happens

Miles Bredon and Angela investigate the lock where the canoe was found empty, discovering footprints and clues that suggest foul play rather than an accidental drowning.

Themes in this chapter

  • Detection and Rational Inquiry

    Bredon applies logical deduction to the physical evidence at the lock.

  • Appearance vs. Reality

    The apparent accident is challenged by the discovery of footprints and other clues.

Characters to notice

  • Miles Bredon

    Investigates the lock and examines the footprints.

  • Angela

    Accompanies Bredon to the lock and assists in the investigation.

Key passages

  • The Footsteps at the Lock

    The chapter focuses on the discovery and analysis of footprints near the lock where the canoe was found.

    Title of the chapter.