In "The Chestermarke Instinct" by Joseph Smith Fletcher, readers are taken on a thrilling journey filled with mystery and intrigue. The story revolves around the mysterious death of Mr. Horbury, a wealthy jeweler, and the subsequent investigation by Detective Frost and Inspector Catchpool. As the two protagonists dig deeper into the case, they uncover shocking secrets and hidden motives that keep the reader on the edge of their seat.

Fletcher's writing is engaging and keeps the pace moving at a steady, thrilling speed. The characters are well-developed and the plot twists are unexpected, keeping the reader hooked until the very end. The author's attention to detail and descriptive writing style paint a vivid picture of the small English town of Scarnham where the story takes place.

Overall, "The Chestermarke Instinct" is a captivating mystery novel that will appeal to fans of the genre. Fletcher's storytelling prowess and ability to keep readers guessing make this a must-read for anyone looking for a classic whodunit with a modern twist.

Book Description:
Bank manager John Hornbury is missing, as are securities and jewels from the bank’s vault. Gabriel Chestermarke and his nephew Joseph have unaccountably refused to call in the police to investigate the theft from their bank. When Betty Fosdyke shows up to visit her Uncle John, she finds it past belief that he would simply disappear – let alone that he would commit larceny. Unable to simply sit by and wait while a detective from Scotland Yard investigates, Betty elicits the help of the chief clerk at Chestermarke’s bank and launches into the middle of the mystery.