The story revolves around a mysterious opal serpent brooch that is stolen from a wealthy businessman, prompting a series of events involving murder, blackmail, and deceit. The protagonist, a young lawyer, becomes entangled in the mystery and works to uncover the truth behind the theft and the subsequent crimes. Along the way, he encounters a cast of suspicious characters, including a beautiful woman with a questionable past and a rival lawyer who seems determined to thwart his efforts. As the plot unfolds, the protagonist faces numerous challenges and obstacles as he strives to unravel the complex web of secrets and lies surrounding the opal serpent brooch.
By Fergus Hume · First published 1912 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Drama, Coming-of-Age · 26 chapters