The Master Detective: Being Some Further Investigations of Christopher Quarles

"The Master Detective: Being Some Further Investigations of Christopher Quarles" by Percy James Brebner is a gripping mystery novel from the early 1900s centered around the brilliant but quirky detective Christopher Quarles, who is pulled back into the world of crime-solving when a dead man's body vanishes from his own coffin. Quarles, along with his friend Murray Wigan, investigates the bizarre case, which begins at the funeral of Sir Grenville Rusholm, where mourners discover the coffin contains only lead. This strange occurrence motivates Wigan to seek out the retired Quarles, sparking an investigation filled with deception, social status, and family drama as they chase down leads, suspects, and the motives behind the unusual crime, weaving a tale of suspense and intrigue.