The Sign of Silence

The Sign of Silence is a novel by William le Queux that was published in 1908. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Jack who becomes involved in a dangerous plot involving international espionage and political intrigue. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles and challenges, including a mysterious woman known only as "The Sign of Silence."

By William le Queux · First published 1908 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime · 32 chapters · 86,879 words

First lines

"Then it's an entire mystery?"

"Yes, Phrida."

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The Sign of Silence is listed on Textopian as a novel by William le Queux, dated 1908 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: William le Queux
• Date: 1908 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Detective, Adventure
• Length: 86,879 words
• Structure: 32 chapters, 2,426 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Discussion starters

• What should a reader notice first when entering The Sign of Silence?
• How does this novel by William le Queux fit its genre, period, or classroom use?
• Where does Mystery first become important in the reading?

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Genres

• Mystery — The plot revolves around a mysterious crime and the investigation to uncover the truth.
• Thriller — The narrative is filled with suspense and tension, keeping the reader on edge.
• Crime — Central to the story is a criminal act that drives the plot forward.
• Detective — The story features a detective character who plays a key role in solving the mystery.

Tags

mystery · suspense · thriller · crime · detective · secrets · intrigue · espionage · adventure · historical · drama · conspiracy

Contents

• Introduces a Gentleman
• The Scent
• Describes the Trysting-Place
• "Dear Old Dig."
• "Time will Prove."
• The Piece of Conviction
• Fatal Fingers
• Contains further Evidence
• Describes the Yellow Sign
• Cherchez La Femme
• In which an Allegation is Made
• Phrida Makes Confession
• The Fugitive's Secret
• Reveals a further Deception
• An Effaced Identity
• Reveals Another Enigma
• Concerns Mrs. Petre
• Discloses the Trap
• The Seal of Silence
• From the Tomb
• Records a Strange Statement
• "Marie Bracq!"
• Love's Confession
• Official Secrecy
• Fremy, of the Surete
• Shows Expert Methods
• Edwards Becomes more Puzzled
• Further Admissions
• The Seller of Shawls
• Face to Face
• Shows the Truth-Teller
• Is the Conclusion

More by William le Queux

• El tesoro misterioso (1909)
• Mademoiselle of Monte Carlo (1904)
• The Four Faces (1920)
• The Czar's Spy (1896)
• The House of Whispers (1908)
• The Doctor of Pimlico (1906)
• The Minister of Evil (1902)
• The Great White Queen (1896)
• All works by William le Queux