"A Suspicious Gift" is a short story by Algernon Blackwood, first published in 1904. The tale follows a man named John Marston, who receives an unusual gift from an old friend - a small box containing a mysterious object that seems to have a life of its own. As Marston tries to unravel the mystery of the box and its contents, he becomes increasingly obsessed with the object, leading him down a path of danger and uncertainty. Will Marston be able to uncover the truth behind the suspicious gift, or will it prove to be his undoing?
By Algernon Blackwood · First published 1904 · Genre: Horror, Mystery, Suspense