The Crimson Blind

The Crimson Blind, written by Fred M. White and first published in 1912, is a mystery novel that follows David Steel, a struggling novelist facing financial ruin due to his brother's actions. When he receives an anonymous phone call offering £1,000 in exchange for assistance, he is drawn into a web of intrigue involving criminal activities and a murder investigation after a body is found in his home. Notable for its fast-paced narrative and clever plot twists, the novel exemplifies early 20th-century detective fiction.