Hampstead Mystery

Hampstead Mystery, written by Arthur J. Rees, is a murder mystery set in Hampstead, England. The story revolves around the murder of Sir Horace Fewbanks, a High Court judge, who is found dead from a gunshot wound. Private Detective Crewe, an affluent bachelor with a penchant for crime detection, teams up with Joe, a young Cockney boy he has rescued from a life of crime, to unravel the case filled with clues, suspects, and an inquest. This novel showcases Rees's skill in crafting intricate plots and engaging characters within the detective genre.