Datchet Diamonds
'Datchet Diamonds' Summary
The story begins with Mr. Paxton, a down-on-his-luck gambler desperate to escape his debts. As he journeys by train, he overhears a conversation revealing the details of the recent theft of the Duchess of Datchet's diamonds, worth a fortune. When he arrives at his hotel, he is shocked to find his Gladstone bag missing and replaced with one containing the stolen jewels. Fearing for his life and his future, Paxton becomes entangled in a thrilling and dangerous quest to unravel the mystery and clear his name. His pursuit leads him into the heart of London's underworld, where he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, from cunning thieves to mysterious informants. As Paxton delves deeper into the intrigue, he uncovers secrets and deceptions, risking everything to expose the truth and escape the clutches of those who seek to exploit his predicament.Book Details
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Richard Marsh
United States
Richard Marsh was the pseudonym of the English author born Richard Bernard Heldmann. A best-selling and prolific author of the late 19th century and the Edwardian period, Marsh is best known now...
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