The Secret Passage
1905
The Secret Passage is a mystery novel by Fergus Hume, first published in 1905. The story centers on the mysterious death of Miss Selina Loach, discovered by her newly hired parlor-maid, Susan Grant, shortly after a card game with friends. As the investigation unfolds, various characters reveal their secrets and motivations, creating a complex web of intrigue. Hume's work is notable for its exploration of class dynamics and the intricacies of human relationships in a detective narrative.
