The novel follows the story of John Merton, a young man who is sentenced to death for a crime he did not commit. After a long and arduous legal battle, his sentence is deferred and he is released from prison. John is determined to prove his innocence and clear his name. He embarks on a journey to uncover the truth and find the real culprit. Along the way, he meets a variety of characters, including a mysterious woman who may hold the key to his freedom. Sentence Deferred is a thrilling mystery novel that follows John's journey as he attempts to prove his innocence and reclaim his life.
By W. W. Jacobs · First published 1943 · Genre: Humor, Fiction, Literary Fiction