The Evil Shepherd is a 1922 mystery thriller novel by British author E. Phillips Oppenheim. The story follows Francis Ledsam, a successful barrister who acquits his client, Oliver Hilditch, in a high-profile murder case. However, Ledsam's moral compass is tested when he learns from Hilditch's wife that her husband is guilty of far worse crimes. This novel explores themes of crime, justice, and the ethical dilemmas faced by those in the legal profession.
