The Demon Cruiser

The Demon Cruiser, written by R. L. Wheeler and first published in 1909, is a maritime adventure novel that follows the ship Maxwell on its perilous journey from Australia to New York. The plot centers on William Manton, a wealthy passenger targeted by the ship's treacherous third mate, Mr. Brand, who harbors murderous intentions. As Brand's dark deeds unfold, Manton is thrown overboard, leading to a series of ominous events that intertwine treachery and supernatural elements, highlighting the grim consequences of betrayal at sea.