The Green Mummy
by Fergus Hume
'The Green Mummy' Summary
"The Green Mummy" by Fergus Hume is a Victorian-era mystery novel that weaves together themes of love, the supernatural, and suspense. In the heart of 19th-century London, the story revolves around a forbidden love affair between Lai Choi San, a mysterious and beautiful woman, and Robert Murdock, a dashing suitor.
Central to the narrative is a priceless jade amulet rumored to carry a deadly curse. When this amulet vanishes from a collector's possession, chaos ensues, and strange deaths follow its path. The curse is said to bring doom to anyone who possesses it.
Inspector Bede, a brilliant detective, is tasked with solving the perplexing case surrounding the green mummy and its cursed amulet. As he dives deeper into the investigation, he becomes entangled in the lives of Lai Choi San and Robert Murdock. The line between suspects and victims blurs, adding complexity to the story.
As the body count rises, Inspector Bede races against time to unravel the mystery and dispel the curse that threatens everyone involved. The novel masterfully combines elements of love, mystery, and the supernatural, creating a captivating Victorian thriller.
Fergus Hume's storytelling prowess shines through as he immerses readers in a world where passion and peril lurk in every shadow. "The Green Mummy" promises a suspenseful journey through the dark streets of Victorian London, where secrets are unveiled, and the boundaries between the living and the dead become blurred.
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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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