Author: | R. Austin Freeman | ISBN: | 9781633552197 |
Publisher: | Start Classics | Publication: | May 30, 2014 |
Imprint: | Start Classics | Language: | English |
Author: | R. Austin Freeman |
ISBN: | 9781633552197 |
Publisher: | Start Classics |
Publication: | May 30, 2014 |
Imprint: | Start Classics |
Language: | English |
Through the open door of a library, Helen Vardon hears an argument that changes her life forever. Helen's father and a man called Otway argue over missing funds in a trust one night. Otway proposes a marriage between him and Helen in exchange for his cooperation and silence. What transpires is a captivating tale of blackmail, fraud and death. Dr Thorndyke is left to piece together the clues in this enticing mystery.
Through the open door of a library, Helen Vardon hears an argument that changes her life forever. Helen's father and a man called Otway argue over missing funds in a trust one night. Otway proposes a marriage between him and Helen in exchange for his cooperation and silence. What transpires is a captivating tale of blackmail, fraud and death. Dr Thorndyke is left to piece together the clues in this enticing mystery.