Elusive Isabel

Elusive Isabel (1909) is a spy novel by Jacques Futrelle, adapted for a 1916 silent film starring Florence Lawrence. Futrelle was lost at sea on the HMS Titanic in 1912. Isabel Thorne is a spy stationed in Washington, DC, tasked with securing the signatures of diplomats from Latin countries. Her brother has developed a weapon that allows submarines to launch missiles. This edition of the novel is a classic of American detective fiction reimagined for modern readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

Elusive Isabel, a spy novel by Jacques Futrelle, was published in 1909. This novel was adapted into a silent film in 1916, featuring Florence Lawrence as the lead actress. Futrelle was renowned for his fast-paced storytelling and ability to create suspense, and he tragically lost his life at sea on April 15, 1912, while returning from Europe on the HMS Titanic. His wife, who survived the disaster, dedicated his last book to "the heroes of the Titanic."

Washington, DC, serves as the base for international spy Isabel Thorne, who is assigned the task of obtaining the signatures of prominent diplomats from Latin countries on an agreement aimed at surpassing England and America as the dominant global power. Simultaneously, her brother has developed a groundbreaking weapon that enables submarines to launch missiles, providing their alliance with a significant advantage in the event of war. Isabel is known for her exceptional skills in evading capture, and she finds herself drawn to Grimm, a loyal U. S. Secret Service agent.

This edition of Jacques Futrelle's Elusive Isabel is a classic of American detective fiction, reimagined for modern readers. The book features a beautifully designed cover and a professionally typeset manuscript, making it an appealing choice for fans of the genre.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513134147