The riddle of the frozen flame is a mystery novel that presents an intricate investigation tied to a puzzling wave of gold thefts and a series of strange occurrences in a secluded countryside. The narrative opens with growing concern at a law enforcement agency over several unresolved bank robberies, each marked by a lack of evidence and a striking precision in execution. This sparks a broader inquiry that leads to an isolated estate, where unexplained lights in the surrounding marshes raise both suspicion and fear. The initial tension builds around the legacy of a long-vanished estate owner and the current resident’s decision to revisit the site despite ominous warnings. What follows is an unfolding mystery that blends meticulous investigation with atmospheric tension. The novel explores the weight of inheritance, public scrutiny, and the danger of chasing unresolved truths. Through its investigative lens, it poses questions about perception, coincidence, and whether clarity is always found through reason alone or shaped by what one chooses to believe.
"Mary E. Hanshew was born on February 29, 1852, and passed away on December 22, 1927. Originally from the United States, she later moved to the United Kingdom, where she became known for writing detective thrillers, often collaborating with her husband, Thomas W. Hanshew. Together, they created the popular Riddle/Hamilton Cleek series, featuring the clever detective Hamilton Cleek. Her work includes titles such as The Frozen Flame, which was serialized in Short Stories in 1920 and later published as a novel. Mary E. Hanshew's writing contributed significantly to early detective fiction, combining elements of mystery, suspense, and the supernatural. Their partnership enriched the series, blending their talents in storytelling, creating intricate plots and atmospheric settings that captivated readers.
Thomas W. Hanshew was born in 1857 in Brooklyn, New York. He began his career as an actor, performing with notable companies such as Ellen Terry’s. Later, he became a prolific writer, best known for creating Hamilton Cleek, the man of forty faces. Hanshew wrote numerous novels, stories, and plays, solidifying his reputation in mystery and thriller genres. He died in London in 1914 at age fifty-seven."
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