The Riddle of the Spinning Wheel

The Riddle of the Spinning Wheel is a detective novel by Mary E. Hanshew, written in the early 20th century. The plot centers on Superintendent Maverick Narkom of Scotland Yard, who is approached by Miss Maud Duggan, fearing for her father's life due to a potential murder plot orchestrated by his second wife, Lady Paula. The story intricately weaves family intrigue and societal dynamics, exploring themes of ambition, loyalty, and danger within the Duggan family. This novel features the character Cleek, a notable figure in Hanshew's works.