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The Mikado Jewel

by Fergus Hume

A fog-shrouded London night. A widow found murdered in her home. A mysterious Japanese jewel at the scene of the crime. When Inspector Bucket is called in to investigate, he soon finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue and deception. The jewel seems to be the key to a dark secret, and Bucket must race against time to solve the case before the killer strikes again. But with so many suspects and so many red herrings, can Bucket catch the killer before it's too late? The Mikado Jewel is a classic whodunit that will keep you guessing until the very end.

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Language

English

Original Language

English

Published In

1910

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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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