The Red-headed Man

Fergus Hume's 'The Red-headed Man' is a mystery novel that follows the story of Frank Darrel, a young novelist who adheres to the belief that fact is stranger than fiction. In his quest to find inspiration for his writing, Darrel spends his nights exploring the streets of London's most dangerous neighborhoods. One fateful night, he encounters a red-headed man who seems to be up to no good. As Darrel follows him down dark alleys and into secluded corners, he begins to uncover a world of secrets and deception.