The Seven Secrets

William Le Queux's The Seven Secrets (1903) is a mystery novel featuring amateur sleuthing and a murder mystery. The story follows a young English doctor named Ralph Boyd who is left in charge of his practice and receives an emergency call to his fiancée's mansion, where he discovers her sister and husband missing. Together with his friend Ambler Jevons, they uncover a trail of secrets that puts their lives and loved ones in danger. This edition of the novel has been reimagined for modern readers with a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript.

Format: Hardback
Length: 202 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

The Seven Secrets (1903) is a captivating mystery novel penned by the Anglo-French writer William Le Queux. Released at the peak of Le Queux's illustrious career as a renowned author of popular thrillers, The Seven Secrets unfolds as a thrilling tale of mystery, murder, and amateur sleuthing. Drawing upon his own extensive research and experiences as a journalist and adventurer, Le Queux skillfully weaves an accessible and entertaining narrative for readers seeking a literary escape. Renowned for his works of fiction and nonfiction exploring the possibility of Germany invading Britain, a prevalent paranoia during the early twentieth century, William Le Queux also produced an extensive collection of thrilling and adventure novels tailored specifically for a dedicated readership. Despite lacking critical acclaim, his widespread popularity propelled him to become one of England's bestselling writers.

In The Seven Secrets, a young English doctor named Ralph Boyd finds himself unexpectedly entrusted with the management of his medical practice, following the sudden absence of its chief surgeon. With hopes of a peaceful evening, Boyd receives an urgent call to a residence in Kew Gardens, recognizing the address as the mansion where his fiancée, Ethelwynn Mivart, resides alongside her sister and her husband. Fearing the worst, Boyd arrives at the scene and discovers a shocking sight—Mr. Courtenay stabbed to death in his own bed, all doors and windows securely locked, every servant returned home, and his fiancée and her sister missing.

The following morning, as news of the scandalous incident spreads, Doctor Boyd reaches out to his friend, Ambler Jevons, a merchant by day and skilled detective by night. Jevons has been sought after by individuals ranging from local police to Scotland Yard investigators for his expertise. Together, these amateur sleuths embark on a perilous journey to uncover a trail of secrets that threatens to plunge their lives and the lives of their loved ones into unimaginable danger.

As they delve deeper into the investigation, Boyd and Jevons encounter a series of enigmatic characters, each with their own hidden agendas and secrets. They navigate through a labyrinth of lies, deceit, and danger, as they unravel the intricate web of lies that surrounds the murder and the disappearance of Ethelwynn Mivart and her sister.

Through their tireless efforts and unwavering determination, Boyd and Jevons gradually piece together the puzzle, revealing a shocking truth that threatens to shake the foundations of their society. The Seven Secrets is a masterfully crafted novel that combines mystery, suspense, and adventure, delivering a captivating and unforgettable reading experience.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513135892