Guilty Bonds by William Le Queux
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"Guilty Bonds" by William Le Queux is a mystery novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Frank Burgoyne, a young journalist who becomes embroiled in a series of enigmatic murders linked by a mysterious seal found on the victims. The narrative begins with Burgoyne's simple life turning chaotic after he discovers a woman murdered in a house, leading him to pursue a suspect and ultimately find himself drawn
deeper into a web of intrigue and danger. The opening of the novel introduces Frank Burgoyne as he enjoys a casual evening with a friend, which quickly spirals into a night of horror when he witnesses a woman's brutal murder. He becomes a reluctant witness to a series of mysterious crimes that have left the police baffled. Despite his newfound wealth and the Bohemian lifestyle he cherishes, Frank’s life is upended as he grapples with accusations of murder and the looming threat of a perpetrator who seems to taunt authorities. The stage is set for a suspenseful journey of self-discovery, peril, and the pursuit of justice as Frank must navigate the complex world he is now part of. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Le Queux, William, 1864-1927 |
|---|---|
| Title | Guilty Bonds |
| Credits | Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Mystery fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41456 |
| Release Date | Nov 23, 2012 |
| Last Update | Aug 16, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 291 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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