The Clue of the Twisted Candle by Edgar Wallace

Famous mystery writer John Lexman is framed for murder, and his friend, Scotland Yard’s T.X. Meredith, must prove his innocence. As Lexman escapes from prison and vanishes, Meredith uncovers a sinister conspiracy involving a twisted candle and a vengeful millionaire. The story weaves deception, secret identities, and moral conflict into a fast-paced investigation. Wallace explores themes of justice and manipulation in a world where nothing is quite what it seems. A gripping and cleverly structured mystery.