When the priceless Wardour diamonds vanish, the heiress Constance Wardour finds herself caught in a whirlwind of suspicion and danger. The enigmatic Doctor Heath becomes entangled in the case, his past shrouded in secrets. As a cunning detective races to unravel the truth, shocking revelations emerge that threaten to shatter the lives of the wealthy Lamottes.

With its richly drawn characters, atmospheric settings, and page-turning suspense, this masterfully crafted tale will keep you guessing until the very end. Lynch weaves a captivating story where no one is quite who they seem, and dark motives lurk beneath polished veneers. 

Lawrence L. Lynch was the pen name of Emily Medora Murdock Van Deventer (1853-1914) an American. At the time, it was not considered appropriate for women to write mystery novels so she published her books under the name of her husband, Lawrence L. Lynch.

Note that this novel has been edited to modernize spelling and punctuation.