The Carleton Case

"The Carleton Case" by Ellery H. Clark is a story that drops you right into the complicated world of the Carleton family. The main focus is on Jack Carleton, who is dealing with money troubles after the stock market takes a hit. He's also not on good terms with his uncle, Henry Carleton. It looks at things like how families work, doing what's right, and what happens when you make certain choices. The book starts by showing us important characters, like Doctor Franz Helmar and Jack's dad, Edward Carleton. Doctor Helmar is there to check on Edward, who isn't feeling well, and he finds out about all the drama in the family, especially about Jack and his uncle not getting along. We also hear that Jack might have made some risky choices with his money, which makes things even more tense. Through Doctor Helmar's eyes, we start to understand the tangled relationships and problems of the Carleton family, making us wonder what will happen next.