The Piccadilly Puzzle: A Mysterious Story by Fergus Hume

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Author Hume, Fergus, 1859-1932
Title The Piccadilly Puzzle: A Mysterious Story
Note Reading ease score: 80.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by Google Books
Summary "The Piccadilly Puzzle: A Mysterious Story" by Fergus Hume is a mystery novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the discovery of a woman's dead body on a foggy night in Jermyn Street, involving various characters entwined in London society, including Spencer Ellersby, a wealthy and educated man, and Myles Desmond, a literary aspirant with personal ties to the woman. The novel promises an exploration of secrets, scandals, and a murder mystery that calls for resolution through the detective work of characters such as Dowker, who is tasked with unraveling the truth behind the crime. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to a bustling ball hosted by the Countess of Kerstoke, where Ellersby, returning from his travels, is caught up in the social intrigues and gossip of London. After leaving the ball, he encounters various societal figures and learns about the complex relationships surrounding Lord Calliston and Lady Balscombe. However, the night takes a dark turn when he accidentally discovers the body of a woman in Jermyn Street. The narrative sets the stage for an investigation, with a focus on the deceased's identity, the circumstances surrounding her death, and hints at betrayal and jealousy among the characters, leading to a compelling and immersive mystery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Detective and mystery stories
Subject Piccadilly (London, England) -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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