The Mission That Failed

UK: T. Maskew Miller, 1898. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Soft cover. Very Good. The Mission That Failed by Edgar Wallace First Edition T. Maskew Miller June 1898. One shilling softcover. Illustrated paper covers. A VG copy with no loose, damaged or missing pages. Covers still firmly attached and no inscriptions, foxing or toning. No record of U.S. publication. "The Mission That Failed" is set in London and centers on a failed mission which was part of a secret intelligence operation. The mission is led by a wealthy and enigmatic character named John Fernwell, who gathers a team of agents to undertake a perilous assignment. As the story unfolds, it becomes apparent that the mission did not go as planned, resulting in the death of some team members and the capture of others. The novel explores the aftermath of this failed mission, with a focus on the survivors' efforts to uncover the truth behind the betrayal and to bring those responsible to justice. Edgar Wallace, known for his prolific output of crime and detective fiction, creates a suspenseful and complex narrative in "The Mission That Failed." The novel combines elements of espionage, mystery, and thriller genres, making it an engaging and intriguing read for fans of Wallace's work and those interested in espionage fiction.