# How does The Footsteps at the Lock develop the theme of Revenge and Justice?

> The Footsteps at the Lock by Ronald A. Knox

## Answer

The Footsteps at the Lock by Ronald A. Knox develops Revenge and Justice across the chapters the companion marks for this theme.

Derek's elaborate scheme to frame Nigel for murder stems from his belief that Nigel caused a woman's death and escaped punishment, turning the plot into a twisted form of moral vengeance.

Derek's motive is to have Nigel punished for a past death, seeking a twisted form of justice through framing.

## Evidence

- [xxiv-backed-both-ways](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/the_footsteps_at_the_lock_se/chapters/xxiv-backed-both-ways.md): Derek's motive is to have Nigel punished for a past death, seeking a twisted form of justice through framing.

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