Biter Bit

"Biter Bit" is a humorous short story by British author Wilkie Collins, originally published as "Who is the Thief?" in April 1858. It was later included in the 1859 collection, "The Queen of Hearts." The story is presented in an epistolary format and follows a young aspiring police detective with an inflated sense of his abilities as he navigates a minor theft of banknotes, leading to a comedy of errors. This tale showcases Collins' wit and skill in character development.