The Lost Parchment: A Detective Story

Name: The Lost Parchment: A Detective Story
Author: Fergus Hume

By Fergus Hume

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Former schoolmates reconnect in a small rural community where a budding romance and everyday parish life provide the setting for the disappearance of an important old document. The search for the missing parchment drives a methodical inquiry that assembles clues, witness testimony, and circumstantial evidence, produces false leads and a set trap, and uncovers a peculiar backstory that reframes earlier assumptions. The plot moves through investigation, moral dilemmas, and revelations to a confession and an unexpected final twist, combining village atmosphere with brisk detective procedure.

About the Author

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."