Stolen Idols

'Stolen Idols' is a compelling mystery and adventure novel from the prolific master of intrigue, E. Phillips Oppenheim. The story follows Gregory Ballaston, a young Englishman who returns from the East with two ancient Chinese idols of immense value-one of which is whispered to carry a dark and vengeful curse. Upon his return to his ancestral home, a series of mysterious events and a chilling murder cast a shadow over his inheritance. As the pressure from local authorities and interested collectors mounts, Gregory must navigate a web of secrets, greed, and cultural clash.Oppenheim expertly weaves a tale of suspense that explores the consequences of theft and the clash between Western ambition and Eastern tradition. With its atmosphere of mounting dread and its clever plot twists, 'Stolen Idols' remains a standout example of early twentieth-century crime fiction. This work showcases the author’s signature ability to blend high-stakes drama with an engaging mystery, making it a must-read for fans of classic detective stories and international thrillers.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.