The Affair At Islington (1897)

The Affair at Islington is a mystery novel written by Matthew White Jr. and first published in 1897. The story takes place in London, where a wealthy businessman named Mr. John Bellingham has disappeared under mysterious circumstances. His wife, daughter, and son-in-law are all suspects in his disappearance, and the police are called in to investigate.Detective John Thorndyke is assigned to the case, and he quickly discovers that the Bellingham family has many secrets. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he uncovers a web of lies, deceit, and betrayal that leads him to the truth about what happened to Mr. Bellingham.The novel is filled with twists and turns, as Thorndyke uses his keen intellect and deductive reasoning to solve the case. The characters are well-developed and the plot is engaging, making for a thrilling read. The Affair at Islington is a classic mystery novel that will keep readers guessing until the very end.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.