The Mystery of a Hansom Cab

A sensational murder unfolds when a man's body is found in a hansom cab, igniting a gripping tale of crime and detection in 19th-century Melbourne. Fergus Hume's debut novel intricately weaves unexpected twists into its narrative while painting a vivid portrait of the city during its golden era post-gold rush. It contrasts the affluent lives of the wealthy elite with the harsh realities faced by the impoverished in the slums, offering a compelling commentary on social disparities in colonial Australia.