The Hardway Diamonds Mystery

The Hardway Diamonds Mystery by Miles Burton is a gripping detective novel that follows the investigation of a high-value diamond heist. The story begins when a wealthy diamond merchant named Sir Charles Hardway hires the renowned detective, Desmond Merrion, to recover a stolen diamond necklace worth millions of pounds. The necklace was stolen from a safe in Sir Charles' mansion, and all evidence points to an inside job.As Merrion delves deeper into the case, he discovers a web of deceit and betrayal among the suspects, including Sir Charles' butler, secretary, and even his own daughter. As the investigation progresses, the suspects' alibis begin to unravel, and Merrion uncovers a sinister plot that goes beyond the theft of the necklace.The Hardway Diamonds Mystery is a classic whodunit that keeps 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 detective fiction and mystery thrillers. Miles Burton's masterful storytelling and attention to detail make this book a true classic of the genre.1930. Miles Burton was the pseudonym of Cecil John Charles Street, who also wrote under the name, John Rhode. The book begins: Although the fog was so thick that from the pavement one could scarcely see the lights of the vehicles in the roadway, Mr. Thomas Herridge, known to his intimates as Pussy, hurried confidently on his way, avoiding collisions with a peculiar lithe dexterity. He crossed Oxford Street, and was at once swallowed up in the deep yellow murk which filled the gaps between the houses like the depths of some turbid sea. Here, foot passengers were much less frequent, but, curiously enough, instead of quickening his pace, Mr. Herridge slackened it.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.