The Wiles of the Wicked

The narrative follows Wilford Heaton, a young man who returns to London blind after a European tour meant for self-discovery. Struggling with despair and relying on his friend Dick Doyle, Heaton's life takes a dramatic turn when he witnesses a murder while unconscious in a stranger's apartment. Unable to see yet compelled to regain his life and humanity, he embarks on a quest to solve the mystery surrounding the crime. William Le Queux combines elements of mystery, murder, and personal redemption in this engaging thriller, appealing to modern readers.