Film Mystery

The Film Mystery, written by Arthur B. Reeve, is a detective novel featuring Professor Craig Kennedy and his companion Walter Jameson. Set in the early days of filmmaking, the story revolves around the murder of Stella Lamar, a beloved actress who dies on set. This novel is notable for its exploration of the intersection between crime and the burgeoning film industry, making it a unique entry in the detective genre. It is one of Reeve's eighteen novels featuring Kennedy, who is often compared to Sherlock Holmes.