Soul Scar

Soul Scar, written by Arthur B. Reeve and published in 1919, features Professor Craig Kennedy, a scientist detective who employs modern investigative techniques to solve a complex mystery. The story revolves around the suspicious death of lawyer Vail Wilford, raising questions about suicide versus murder, the authenticity of a typewritten note, and the potential involvement of his wife, Honora, and her use of belladonna. This novel exemplifies early 20th-century detective fiction and showcases Reeve's innovative approach to crime-solving.