The Grell Mystery

"The Grell Mystery" by Frank Froest is a classic mystery novel set in London during the early 1900s. It focuses on the puzzling murder of Robert Grell, a wealthy American explorer, just before his wedding to Lady Eileen Meredith. The story begins on a stormy night, where Grell visits his club, talks about life with his friend Sir Ralph Fairfield, and then departs for a secret meeting. When Grell is found dead in his study, Fairfield becomes part of the center of the investigation because he had such proximity to the deceased during his final hours. Superintendent Heldon Foyle from Scotland Yard is called in to solve the crime and soon uncovers layers of secrets, mistaken identities, and a valet who has disappeared, all connected to Grell's past. The novel keeps readers guessing as it explores a world of hidden truths and deadly results.