John Jasper's Secret

John Jasper's Secret is a novel written by Henry Morford and is a sequel to Charles Dickens' unfinished novel, The Mystery of Edwin Drood. The story follows the character of John Jasper, who is the choirmaster of Cloisterham Cathedral and the uncle of Edwin Drood, a young man who mysteriously disappears. In Dickens' novel, Jasper is suspected of murdering his nephew, but the story ends before his guilt or innocence can be determined. In Morford's sequel, Jasper has fled to Egypt, where he encounters a group of travelers who become entangled in his dark past. The novel explores Jasper's troubled psyche and his attempts to escape his guilt and the consequences of his actions. The book is written in a similar style to Dickens' work, with vivid descriptions of Victorian England and a cast of colorful characters. It is a gripping mystery that will appeal to fans of Dickens and anyone who enjoys a good whodunit. Overall, John Jasper's Secret is a satisfying conclusion to the story of Edwin Drood and a fascinating exploration of one of Dickens' most enigmatic characters.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.