Cleopatra's Needle is a historical novel by Felix Leigh set in the late 19th century. It follows the story of a young Englishman, John, who is sent to Egypt to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a priceless artifact, Cleopatra's Needle. John soon discovers that the needle has been stolen by a group of criminals, led by a mysterious figure known only as the 'Master'. With the help of a beautiful Egyptian girl, John embarks on a thrilling adventure to recover the needle and bring the criminals to justice. Along the way, he discovers the secrets of ancient Egypt and learns the truth about the needle's mysterious past. The novel is a thrilling adventure story, full of mystery and suspense. It is also a love story, as John and the Egyptian girl fall in love despite the obstacles in their way. In the end, John is able to recover the needle and bring the criminals to justice, but not without a few surprises along the way.
By Felix Leigh · First published 1883 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance