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3. The ending of “The Speckled Band” is particularly effective because of 2 main reasons. The end of the story becomes more intense, suspenseful and anticipating. This makes readers want to read more, like a cliffhanger. The story builds up to this point, then there is the investigation and action. It is also suggested in the story near the end that something exciting may happen Holmes character becomes more mysterious. He brings a cane but he can walk so what for? He also asks Watson to have his gun at the ready. In the story Holmes states “Do not go asleep; your very life may depend upon it. Have your pistol ready in case we should need it. I will sit on the side of the bed, and you in the chair” This gets readers thinking why so much preparation?
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