Green Rust

Published in the early 20th century, 'Green Rust' by Edgar Wallace follows the story of a millionaire who, fearing for his life, tasks his attorney with watching over his missing niece, Oliva Cresswell. After the millionaire is murdered, Oliva, unaware of her inheritance, encounters a mysterious man named Mr. Beale, who complicates her life further. The novel is notable for its intricate plot and suspenseful twists, characteristic of Wallace's crime fiction style.