"The Island Mystery" by George A. Birmingham is a novel that explores the secrets and political games played on the small Mediterranian island of Salissa in the midst of World War I. Characters like Sir Bartholomew Bland-Potterton and King Konrad Karl II find themselves caught up in a web of gossip and uncertainty surrounding the island's strategic importance and an American millionaire’s secret plans. The story begins by highlighting Salissa's obscurity and its role in the war, then hints at a lady connected to Sir Bartholomew, and the introduction of Mr. Donovan, whose goals are tied to the island. With discussions hinting at kingship and hidden agendas, the story promises a mix of humor, thrilling adventure, and a bit of chaos.
The Island Mystery
By George A. Birmingham
Amidst war and whispers, an island's fate hangs in the balance as kings, millionaires, and secret plots collide.
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George A. Birmingham was the pen name of James Owen Hannay, Irish clergyman and prolific novelist. He was active in the Gaelic League, but strained his relations with Irish nationalists by supporting Robert Lindsay Crawford in his opposition to clerical control of education.
George A. Birmingham was the pen name of James Owen Hannay, Irish clergyman and prolific novelist. He was active in the Gaelic League, but strained his relations with Irish nationalists by supporting Robert Lindsay Crawford in his opposition to clerical control of education.
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