The Destroyer: A Tale of International Intrigue

The Destroyer: A Tale of International Intrigue is a detective novel by Burton Egbert Stevenson, written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a catastrophic explosion of a French battleship in Toulon harbor, the story follows hotel proprietor Monsieur Aristide Brisson as he navigates a web of espionage and international conflict. With themes of treachery and national identity, the narrative delves into the secrets of two mysterious travelers whose identities are crucial to the unfolding intrigue, hinting at deeper plots involving Germany.