The story revolves around a mysterious skeleton found in the closet of a wealthy businessman's mansion. The skeleton is revealed to be that of a man who was murdered by the businessman many years ago. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that the murderer was driven by greed and a desire for power. Through a series of flashbacks, the novel explores the events leading up to the murder and its aftermath, ultimately revealing the dark secrets and motives behind the crime.
By Edward Everett Hale · First published 1866 · Genre: Mystery, Drama, Historical Fiction