The Golden Web

Name: The Golden Web
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim

By E. Phillips Oppenheim

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A tangled criminal and social intrigue follows a circle of acquaintances after a high-profile murder trial ends in a guilty verdict. Deane and his fiancée Lady Olive navigate lunches, secret transactions, debts, and a mysterious purchase as the plot reveals family entanglements, an expensive key, and a search that escalates into danger. Figures such as Winifred Rowan and Ruby Sinclair become involved in broken engagements, desperate offers, lapses of memory, and bold maneuvers that expose hidden motives and propel the characters toward a decisive confrontation and an eventual settlement.

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E. Phillips Oppenheim

E. Phillips Oppenheim was a prolific English novelist known for his contributions to the genre of thriller and adventure fiction in the early 20th century. His works often explore themes of intrigue, politics, and romance, reflecting the complexities of human nature and society. Among his notable titles are "A Lost Leader," which delves into political ambition, and "A Millionaire of Yesterday," a tale of wealth and its implications. Oppenheim's storytelling is characterized by engaging plots and well-drawn characters, making him a popular figure in his time and a significant part of literary heritage.