Harry Blount, the Detective; Or, The Martin Mystery Solved

A crisp May morning at the grand Hanley Hall sets the stage for a curious puzzle that quickly draws in the sharp‑minded detective Harry Blount. When Mr. Stafford receives a transatlantic letter hinting at an unexpected, pre‑arranged marriage for his daughter Kate, the family’s light‑hearted banter turns into a tangled web of secrets, old promises, and a missing heir. Blount’s keen eye catches the absurdity of a childhood “engagement” that may hide something far more serious, and his investigation soon uncovers a string of odd occurrences surrounding the late Dick Hall’s son.

As the clues gather—from an amethyst ring to whispered conversations in the staff quarters—Blount must sift through jokes, half‑truths, and lingering grief to determine whether a harmless jest has become a dangerous conspiracy. The first act promises a blend of witty dialogue, atmospheric English countryside charm, and the steady, methodical logic that defines Blount’s detective work, inviting listeners to join the chase before the mystery deepens.