Black Star

Published in the early 20th century, 'The Black Star' by Johnston McCulley features a master criminal known for his elusive identity and signature black star marks left at crime scenes. The story follows detective Roger Verbeck as he attempts to unravel the mystery behind the Black Star's crimes, which include intricate heists targeting the wealthy. McCulley, also famous for creating Zorro, established a suspenseful narrative that kept readers guessing and set the stage for future detective fiction.