The Drums of Jeopardy
1920
The Drums of Jeopardy is a suspense novel by Harold MacGrath, first published in 1920. Set in post-war America, it follows John Hawksley, a mysterious Englishman, as he navigates danger and intrigue in fog-shrouded Albany. The narrative intertwines themes of pursuit and survival, featuring jewel thieves and anarchists, while also introducing Kitty Conover, a newspaper assistant who becomes embroiled in Hawksley's perilous journey. The novel was serialized in the Saturday Evening Post, highlighting its popularity at the time.
