Clue of the Twisted Candle

A renowned mystery writer, John Lexman, finds himself caught in a real-life plot when he is lured into a murderous scheme by a wealthy benefactor, only to be betrayed and imprisoned for a crime he did not commit. His friend, Scotland Yard Commissioner T.X. Meredith, works to prove Lexman was duped, but events take an unexpected turn when Lexman escapes prison. The mystery deepens significantly when the manipulative benefactor is found murdered in a sealed room, with two peculiar twisted candles left at the scene.

This classic crime novel, first published in 1918, presents a complex web of deception, betrayal, and hidden motives. It challenges readers to unravel not just who committed the murder, but how such an impossible crime could have been executed. Delve into a tale where every clue, particularly the enigmatic twisted candles, holds a vital piece of the puzzle, leading to a surprising resolution.