
Silent Witness
'Silent Witness' Summary
Amidst the eerie darkness of Hampstead Heath, Dr. Humphrey Jardine's peaceful nighttime stroll takes a sinister turn when he chances upon a lifeless body. But as he attempts to summon help, the corpse inexplicably vanishes, leaving Jardine questioning his sanity. Determined to unravel the mystery, he enlists the help of the brilliant Dr. John Thorndyke, a pioneer in forensic science. Together, they navigate a labyrinth of puzzling occurrences and life-threatening encounters. As they delve deeper, they uncover a connection to the enigmatic Mrs. Samway, whose presence casts a shadow over every clue. With each twist and turn, Jardine and Thorndyke must confront the boundaries of reality and illusion to expose the truth behind the vanishing corpse and the sinister forces at play.Book Details
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R. Austin Freeman
United Kingdom
R. Austin Freeman (1862-1943) was a British author of detective fiction. He is best known for his series of novels featuring the forensic scientist Dr. John Thorndyke. Freeman is credited with inventi...
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