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Lady Jim of Curzon Street

by Fergus Hume

Lady Jim of Curzon Street is a gripping mystery novel by Fergus Hume, the author of the classic The Mystery of a Hansom Cab. The novel tells the story of Leah Kaims, a young woman who is trapped in an unhappy marriage with a ne'er-do-well husband. When Jim is accused of murder, Leah must clear his name and find the real killer. Leah Kaims is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is married to Jim Kaims, a charming but irresponsible man. Jim is always getting into trouble, and Leah is often left to pick up the pieces. One day, Jim is accused of murdering a wealthy businessman. Leah is determined to clear his name, but she soon realizes that the evidence against him is stacked high. As Leah investigates the murder, she uncovers a web of lies and deceit. She learns that Jim is not the only one who had a motive for killing the businessman. Leah must race against time to find the real killer before it's too late.

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English

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English

Published In

1905

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Ferguson Wright Hume known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist, known for his detective fiction, thrillers and mysteries. Hume was born in Powick, Worcestershire, England, the second son o...

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