Immerse yourself in the world of Horace Dorrington, an audaciously dishonest detective, who stops at nothing to earn a shilling, be it theft, blackmail, fraud, or even murder. The unfolding narrative tells the story of Dorringtons botched attempt to kill his own client, leading him into a life on the run. Told from the perspective of his intended victim, these six tales are based on records discovered in Dorringtons office following his hasty departure. - Summary by TriciaG

Immerse yourself in the world of Horace Dorrington, an audaciously dishonest detective, who stops at nothing to earn a shilling, be it theft, blackmail, fraud, or even murder. The unfolding narrative tells the story of Dorringtons botched attempt to kill his own client, leading him into a life on the run. Told from the perspective of his intended victim, these six tales are based on records discovered in Dorringtons office following his hasty departure. - Summary by TriciaG