The Mandarin's Fan

Name: The Mandarin's Fan
Author: Fergus Hume

By Fergus Hume

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A young heir confronts ancestral debts and a rumored family curse while gatherings at his country house draw in city acquaintances. An imported fan becomes the catalyst for theft, a disappearance, and a suspicious death, triggering an inquest, mysterious letters, and conflicting accounts that set a small-scale investigation in motion. The plot unfolds through detective maneuvers, romantic entanglements, and revelations about motive and identity, culminating in a pursuit that clarifies guilt and settles the immediate consequences for the principal characters.

About the Author

Fergus Hume

Fergus Hume was a prolific British author known for his contributions to detective fiction and the occult romance genre. He gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with his works often exploring themes of mystery and the supernatural. One of his most notable novels, "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab," became a bestseller and established him as a key figure in the development of the detective story. Hume's writing is characterized by intricate plots and a keen understanding of human psychology, making his stories engaging and thought-provoking. His diverse body of work includes titles such as "A Coin of Edward VII: A Detective Story" and "A Son of Perdition: An Occult Romance."