The Filigree Ball

The Filigree Ball is a mystery novel written by Anna Katharine Green and published in 1903. The story revolves around the Jeffrey-Moore affair, a scandalous incident that has been the talk of the town for years. The novel takes the reader on a suspenseful journey as they follow the protagonist, detective Ebenezer Gryce, in his quest to solve the mystery and bring the culprits to justice.The story begins with the announcement of a grand ball being held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey, a wealthy couple known for their extravagant parties. The ball is to be held in honor of their daughter's engagement to Mr. Moore, a young and handsome man who has captured the heart of many young ladies in the city.However, the ball takes a dark turn when Mrs. Jeffrey's prized filigree ball goes missing. The ball was a valuable family heirloom and its disappearance causes a stir among the guests. As the night progresses, the situation becomes even more complicated when a young woman is found dead in one of the rooms.Detective Gryce is called in to investigate the case and quickly realizes that there is more to the situation than meets the eye. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of lies, deceit, and betrayal that threatens to tear apart the lives of everyone involved.The Filigree Ball is a gripping tale of love, greed, and betrayal that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and unexpected twists and turns, this novel is a must-read for fans of classic mystery literature.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.