The Ashiel mystery: A Detective Story

"The Ashiel Mystery: A Detective Story" by Marion Bryce is a captivating mystery that centers around Juliet Byrne, an adopted woman driven to unravel the enigmatic truth of her birth. This early 20th-century novel explores themes of identity, hidden secrets, and intricate relationships. As Juliet is about to travel to meet with lawyers in England to research her family, the story begins with Sir Arthur Byrne, her adoptive father, who is burdened by illness and a sense of duty that causes him to think about Juliet. The story is set up for a thoughtful study of family ties and mysteries as Juliet starts looking for who she is, brought on by Sir Arthur's internal conflict, his anxiety toward Juliet, and Juliet's internal fight with the unknown.