The Silent House

Name: The Silent House
Author: Fergus Hume

By Fergus Hume

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The story opens with an apparently harmless lodger found murdered in No. 13, a reputedly haunted house, and the police are baffled by the victim's unknown identity and the locked-room circumstances. A young barrister becomes drawn in after meeting the victim's daughter, who seeks help in discovering her father's assassin. Their inquiry threads through neighborhood gossip, hidden papers, peculiar articles of dress, conflicting testimonies, legal pleadings, traps, and confessions, as investigators piece together motives and identities until the mystery is finally unraveled.

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."