Red Money by Fergus Hume (1892)

The story revolves around a mysterious murder that takes place at a wealthy businessman's estate. The victim is found with a red stain on his forehead and a piece of torn fabric near the body. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that the murder is linked to a complex web of deceit, blackmail, and hidden identities.

By Fergus Hume · First published 1892 · Genre: Mystery, Drama, Social Commentary · 21 chapters · 109,586 words

First lines

"Gypsies! How very delightful! I really must have my fortune told. The dear things know all about the future."

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Red Money is listed on Textopian as a novel by Fergus Hume, dated 1892 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: Fergus Hume
• Date: 1892 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Mystery, Drama, Social Commentary, Romance, Thriller
• Length: 109,586 words
• Structure: 21 chapters, 2,352 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

• Mystery — The plot revolves around potential burglaries and the threat of violence, creating a suspenseful atmosphere.
• Drama — The book explores complex relationships and emotional conflicts among characters, highlighting themes of jealousy and societal expectations.
• Social Commentary — The narrative critiques social class dynamics and the superficiality of high society, particularly through the interactions of the characters.
• Romance — There are underlying romantic tensions, particularly involving Lady Agnes and Noel, which drive character motivations.

Tags

Mystery · Thriller · Crime Fiction · Detective Novel · Australian Literature · 19th Century · London Setting · Murder Investigation · Suspenseful · Plot Twists · Secrets and Lies · Family Drama

Contents

• The Drama of Little Things
• In the Wood
• An Unexpected Recognition
• Secrets
• The Woman and the Man
• The Man and the Woman
• The Secretary
• At Midnight
• Afterwards
• A Difficult Position
• Blackmail
• The Conspiracy
• A Friend in Need
• Miss Greeby, Detective
• Guesswork
• The Last Straw
• On the Trail
• An Amazing Accusation
• Mother Cockleshell
• The Destined End
• A Final Surprise

More by Fergus Hume

• The Mystery Queen (1912)
• The Caravan Crime (1924)
• The Crowned Skull (1908)
• The Green Mummy (1908)
• The Mystery of a Hansom Cab (1886)
• The Secret Passage (1905)
• Madame Midas (1888)
• The Silent House (1899)
• All works by Fergus Hume