The Magic Casket by R. Austin Freeman
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

1. The Magic Casket
In a church doorway on the Kings Road, Chelsea, Dr Thorndyke discovers a handbag containing a stoneware jar with the stamp of the Victoria and AlbertMuseum, with the name of Miss Mabel Bonnet. Soon Thorndyke learns the events that have lead to this occurrence. Can he solve the mystery.
2. The Contents of a Mare’s Nest
Mr Stalker of an assurance company approaches Dr. Thorndyke concerning the death of a Jonathan Ingle. Accusations of poisoning and bigamy have occurred. Can Thorndyke unravel the mystery
3. The Stalking Horse
A body is discovered on a train at Densford Junction, an anti-suffrage man. Soon suffragette Miss Isabel Dalby is arrested. Can Dr Thorndyke determine who is guilty.
4. The Naturalist at Law
The body of Mr Pedley is discovered in a ditch. His brother, Wilfred, is convinced that it is not suicide and seeks the help of Dr. Thorndyke
5. Mr Ponting’s Alibi
When Miss Millicent Fawcett is discovered dead her step brother William Ponting, is the main suspect due to his threats directed at her. But it appears he has an alibi. Can Dr Thorndyke proof him guilty.
6. Pandora’s Box
Samual Chapman has been arrested and accused of the murder of his lover, Rebecca Mings. Only his brother George believes he is innocent and requests Dr. Thorndyke to investigate.
7. The Trail of Behemoth
Giles Herrington of Tanfield Court has been found dead. Friend and neighbour Mr Bidwell asks Dr. Thorndyke to investigate
8. The Pathologist to the Rescue
Miss Lilian Markham and Reverand Arthur Foxley approach Dr.Thorndyke because friend Robert Fletcher has been accused of robbery and the murder of his unlce, Joseph Riggs.
9. Gleanings from the Wreckage
While at walking one night Dr Jervis and Dr Thorndyke hear the sound of an explosion. The body of Mr Manford is discovered in the wreckage. His widow asks Thorndyke to prove that it was not a suicide.
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