The smear

Name: The smear
Author: John Beames

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Can I read The smear in English as a learner?

Yes — read The smear by John Beames in English: the complete original text, with tap-to-translate on every word, audio narration, and saved vocabulary. Its CEFR level is B2. Start with a free sample.

CEFR level: B2
Length: 1 chapters
Format: The complete book

About this book

In the wild Yukon winter, a murder rocks the Malamute Saloon, and suspicion falls on Finn Charley, who hides a deadly secret beneath a chilling accusation. Can the truth behind the mysterious "big black smear" on the killer’s cheek be uncovered?

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How do I read The smear?

You can read the sample chapter free, with no account. To read the full book — with tap-to-translate, audio narration and saved progress — start your trial at quiz.nikmas.studio.

Is the text simplified or original?

It's the complete original text, exactly as John Beames wrote it — nothing rewritten or cut. The built-in translation, saved vocabulary and audio narration are what carry you through the original prose.

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