A Cabinet Secret

Name: A Cabinet Secret
Author: Guy Boothby

By Guy Boothby

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A fast-moving political thriller traces a narrator's involvement with enigmatic passengers and a covert group that seeks to exploit a nation’s wartime preoccupation. Action moves through port cities, railway journeys, and secret observation posts as conspirators watch shipping, exchange signals, and enact disruptive schemes aimed at unsettling government authority. Encounters with charming strangers, gradual revelations, and mounting tension drive a plot of espionage and subterfuge that examines how vulnerability during conflict can be manipulated to threaten public order.

About the Author

Guy Boothby

Guy Boothby was an English author known for his adventure novels and tales of intrigue, often set in exotic locations. His works frequently feature elements of mystery and the supernatural, reflecting the popular literary trends of his time. Among his notable titles is "Long Live the King!", which showcases his flair for thrilling narratives. Boothby's writing often combines romance with adventure, appealing to readers who enjoy escapism and suspense. His contributions to literature include a variety of genres, from detective fiction to tales of the sea, establishing him as a versatile storyteller in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.