The Crowned Skull

The Crowned Skull is a novel written by Fergus Hume. It is a mystery novel that follows the story of a young man named Colin Camerfield who inherits a strange and mysterious skull from his late father. The skull is said to have belonged to a king who was cursed and died a gruesome death. Colin becomes obsessed with the skull and begins to investigate its history and the curse that surrounds it.As Colin delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that lead him to suspect that his father's death may not have been an accident. He is aided in his investigation by a young woman named Maud Enderby, who becomes his ally and confidante.Together, Colin and Maud unravel the truth behind the cursed skull and the events that led to its possession by Colin's father. Along the way, they encounter a cast of intriguing characters, including a wealthy and powerful businessman, a mysterious gypsy, and a beautiful but dangerous woman.The Crowned Skull is a gripping tale of mystery, intrigue, and suspense that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. It is a classic example of the genre and a must-read for fans of mystery and detective novels.You don't know?' repeated the coroner. 'Yet I presume you placed the skull on the table yourself so as to add to the effect of your fortune-telling?'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.