A Cabinet Secret (1900)

A Cabinet Secret is a novel written by Guy Newell Boothby and published in 1900. The story revolves around the mysterious disappearance of a young woman named Isabel Meredith, who is the daughter of a prominent politician. The investigation into her disappearance leads to a web of political intrigue and scandal that threatens to bring down the government.The main character of the novel is a journalist named Philip Vaudrey, who becomes involved in the case when he is asked to investigate the disappearance by a friend of the Meredith family. As he delves deeper into the case, Vaudrey uncovers a conspiracy involving a secret society known as the Black Hundred, who are plotting to overthrow the government and install their own puppet regime.As Vaudrey races against time to uncover the truth and save Isabel, he must navigate a dangerous world of political corruption and betrayal. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful Russian spy, a ruthless assassin, and a mysterious woman who holds the key to the Cabinet Secret.A Cabinet Secret is a thrilling tale of suspense and intrigue that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its fast-paced plot, engaging characters, and vivid descriptions of turn-of-the-century London, it is a classic of the mystery genre that is sure to delight fans of detective fiction and historical thrillers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.