Lady Jim of Curzon Street: A Novel

Name: Lady Jim of Curzon Street: A Novel
Author: Fergus Hume

By Fergus Hume

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A marital drama centers on Jim Kaimes and his wife Leah as mounting debts, gambling losses, and social ambition strain their relationship. Sharp domestic banter and contrasting temperaments expose personal weaknesses while clubrooms, shopping expeditions, and the specter of bankruptcy or divorce intensify pressure. Social encounters and flirtations among acquaintances complicate loyalties and reputations, and a sequence of legal, financial, and romantic challenges drives a plot that blends satire of fashionable life with domestic melodrama and questions of trust and escape.

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Fergus Hume

Fergus Hume was a prolific British author known for his contributions to detective fiction and the occult romance genre. He gained significant popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with his works often exploring themes of mystery and the supernatural. One of his most notable novels, "The Mystery of a Hansom Cab," became a bestseller and established him as a key figure in the development of the detective story. Hume's writing is characterized by intricate plots and a keen understanding of human psychology, making his stories engaging and thought-provoking. His diverse body of work includes titles such as "A Coin of Edward VII: A Detective Story" and "A Son of Perdition: An Occult Romance."