01 - Stretton Street Affair by William Le Queux

Recently repatriated from the war, electrical engineer Hugh Gabriel finds himself entangled in a web of mystery and intrigue. One evening, while on his way to visit his uncle, a servant approaches him with a peculiar request to meet his distressed, wealthy master. Little did he know, this encounter would thrust him into the heart of a sinister murder. But did it really happen? Who is this enigmatic millionaire Oswald De Gex? Is Doctor Moroni a trusted physician or a vile monster? And what role does the captivating Gabrielle play in this saga - or are there multiple Gabrielles? Join Hugh as he embarks on a journey across Europe, attempting to unravel a perplexing plot in which he, too, is inexplicably involved. A masterful narrative by Le Queux that keeps you guessing till the end.