A Mystery Of St. Rule's (1902)

By Ethel Forster Heddle

Book Overview

A Mystery of St. Rule's is a novel written by Ethel Forster Heddle and first published in 1902. The story is set in the fictional town of St. Rule's, located on the coast of Scotland. The plot revolves around a mysterious death that occurs in the town, and the subsequent investigation to uncover the truth.The story begins with the arrival of a young woman named Margaret Hope, who has come to St. Rule's to take up a teaching position at the local school. Shortly after her arrival, a wealthy landowner named Sir James Farquhar is found dead in his home, and the townspeople begin to speculate about the cause of his death.Margaret becomes involved in the investigation when she discovers a clue that could lead to the killer's identity. With the help of a local doctor and a police inspector, Margaret sets out to unravel the mystery and bring the killer to justice.As the investigation progresses, Margaret uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that extends far beyond the murder. She must navigate the complex social dynamics of the town and confront her own personal demons in order to solve the case.A Mystery of St. Rule's is a gripping tale of murder, intrigue, and suspense that will keep readers guessing until the very end. Heddle's vivid descriptions of the Scottish countryside and her nuanced portrayal of the characters make this a must-read for fans of classic mystery novels.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166478181
• ISBN13: 9781166478186
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"