The Girl from Malta by Fergus Hume
The story revolves around a mysterious woman known as "The Girl from Malta" who appears in Melbourne and captivates everyone with her beauty and charm. She becomes the object of desire for many men, but her true identity remains unknown. As the plot unfolds, it becomes clear that she is connected to a series of crimes and scandals, including murder, blackmail, and theft. The novel explores themes of love, deception, and redemption as the characters become entangled in a complex web of relationships and secrets.
By Fergus Hume · First published 1899 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Drama · 28 chapters · 77,177 words
First lines
It was a calm southern night, with a silver moon shining serenely in a cloudless sky, and over the glittering expanse of ocean steamed the P. and O. 's vessel "Neptune" on her way from Brindisi to Malta. Every revolution of her powerful engines sent her plunging through the blue waters, with the waves breaking in tumbling masses of white foam from her towering sides. The passengers, numbering about three hundred, were all in high spirits, having had a most delightful voyage from Australia, and were looking forward, with pleasure, to their arrival at Valletta on the morrow.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Fergus Hume
- Date: 1899 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Romance, Drama, Adventure, Historical Fiction
- Length: 77,177 words
- Structure: 28 chapters, 2,233 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The book explores complex themes of love, betrayal, and the human condition through character-driven narratives.
- Romance — Central to the plot are romantic entanglements and the consequences of love, particularly the protagonist's relationships with women.
- Drama — The narrative is rich in emotional conflict and character development, showcasing personal struggles and societal issues.
- Adventure — The setting involves travel and exploration, with characters embarking on a journey that influences their lives.
Tags
Mystery · Thriller · Crime Fiction · Detective Novel · Victorian Era · London Setting · Malta Connection · Female Protagonist · Gothic Elements · Suspenseful · Plot Twists · Murder Investigation
Contents
- A Ruined Life
- In the Strada Reale
- Found Dead
- The New Passengers
- A Day at "Gib."
- Mrs. Pellypop Talks
- The End of the Voyage
- Counsel's Opinion
- Verschoyle V. Verschoyle and Macgregor
- A Conference of Three
- An Artistic Evening
- The Missing Link
- The Apple of Discord
- A Letter from Malta
- Marchese Matteo Vassalla
- Carmela is Questioned
- Man against Woman
- The Secrets of the Penny Post
- Woman against Man
- Julian Roper Reports
- At Marlow Regatta
- The Testimony of the Dagger
- A Look into the Past
- Mrs. Verschoyle Pays a Visit
- Guilty or not Guilty
- Carmela Says "Yes."
- Exit Mrs. Verschoyle
- A Scrap of Paper