Publisher's Synopsis
The Three Sapphires is a novel written by William Alexander Fraser and published in 1918. The story revolves around three blue sapphires that are believed to bring good luck and fortune to their owners. The first sapphire is owned by a wealthy businessman who is murdered for it, and the second is stolen from a museum. The third sapphire is in the possession of a young woman named Mary, who is unaware of its value. The protagonist of the story is a detective named Inspector Parr, who is tasked with solving the murders and recovering the stolen sapphires. He is aided by a young journalist named Betty, who becomes his assistant and love interest. Together, they follow a trail of clues that takes them from London to Paris and eventually to a remote island off the coast of Scotland.As they investigate, Parr and Betty encounter a cast of colorful characters, including a mysterious Frenchman, a wealthy American, and a group of smugglers. They also face danger and intrigue at every turn, as they race against time to solve the case and recover the missing sapphires.The Three Sapphires is a classic mystery novel that combines elements of suspense, romance, and adventure. It is a thrilling tale of greed, betrayal, and redemption, and a timeless reminder of the enduring appeal of the detective genre.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
