The Harlequin Opal: A Romance, published in 1893 by Fergus Hume, follows Sir Philip Cassim and his old school friends as they reunite after fifteen years. The narrative weaves personal pursuits and romantic entanglements with the legend of the Harlequin Opal, a gemstone tied to love and power struggles in Central America. As the friends reconnect, they embark on an adventure that explores the complexities of their relationships and the mysteries surrounding the opal.
