The Secret Passage is a gripping mystery novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. The story follows the main character as he uncovers a hidden passageway in his family's estate, leading to a series of shocking revelations and dangerous encounters.

The author's writing style is engaging and keeps the reader guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns that will leave you wanting more. The descriptions of the setting are vivid and immersive, bringing the story to life in a way that makes you feel like you are right there with the characters.

Overall, The Secret Passage is a thrilling read that is sure to keep readers hooked until the final page. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good mystery with plenty of suspense and intrigue.

Book Description:

Excellent murder mystery. On September 9, 1905, the NY Times Saturday Review of Books described this book as follows: “That painstakingly ingenious person, Fergus Hume, has devised another of his hide-and-seek, jack-o’-lantern murder mysteries. It begins with a queer and rich old woman found stabbed to death in her chair and not a clue to the murderer. Then so many clues turn up that even the story-book detective is bewildered. Then nearly everybody turns out to be somebody else under an alias, and all the clues lead nowhere…”