Publisher's Synopsis
""The Datchet Diamonds"" is a mystery novel written by Richard Marsh and published in 1898. The story revolves around a valuable diamond necklace that goes missing from the home of Lady Datchet. The theft is initially blamed on one of the servants, but as the investigation progresses, it becomes clear that there are several suspects with motives for stealing the diamonds. The main character, detective John Bell, is tasked with solving the case and recovering the stolen jewels. Along the way, he encounters a cast of eccentric characters, including a hypnotist and a clairvoyant, and must navigate a web of deceit and betrayal to uncover the truth. The novel is known for its intricate plot and clever twists, as well as its vivid depiction of Victorian society and its attitudes towards crime and punishment.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.
