Detective Sgt. (Insp.) Elk

"The Other Man" by Edgar Wallace is a gripping tale of suspense and moral complexity. As two men become entangled in a web of secrets and deception, the narrative unfolds with unexpected twists. Wallace explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the consequences of hidden truths. The story delves into the darker corners of human nature, challenging notions of right and wrong. With vivid characters and a suspenseful plot, the novel keeps readers on edge, unraveling the enigma of "The Other Man" and the profound impact of choices made in the shadows.

The Nine Bears' introduces us for the first time to the brilliant Scotland Yard Detective Elk, on assignment to track down some shady financiers causing havoc with the global markets. It is a plot worthy of a Bond film, an overarching criminal organisation of white collared financiers bending world politics and trade to their will, packed with action, adventure, gorgeous description and despicable villains. It is the stunning introduction of one of literatures most beloved Detectives, perfect for any fans of Bond or Holmes. The names Elk, Detective Elk.

The second novel featuring Wallace's iconic Scotland Yard Inspector Elk 'The Fellowship of the Frog' involves tracking down the head of a vast underground criminal network lead by the eponymous 'Frog'. He is just as slippery as his name implies and he has always remained a leap ahead, that is until Elk arrives on the scene. It is a tale of the seedy underworld, rampant corruption and inexplicable violence. With pounding pace, a punchy plotline and compelling romance this thriller stands the test of time and is perfect for anyone who loves Michael Connelly's 'Bosch' detective series.

An elusive gang leader and his minions frighten London and frustrate Scotland Yard in this classic crime thriller. The secret organization whose members were known only as "the Frogs" was the subject of rumors and jokes-until serious crimes began to occur, one after another. The perpetrators, once caught, were found to bear tattooed frogs on their wrists and kept their mouths firmly shut, and the populace grew terrified of them. The police were frustrated by their fruitless efforts to track down the leader of this strange gang. Then an officer who was working undercover and had finally managed to come face-to-face with the frightening figure was killed. Now it's time for Detective Sergeant Elk of Scotland Yard to get involved. Fortunately, despite his shabby clothes, glum demeanor, and utter inability to get himself promoted, he's a sharper sleuth than he appears to be... From Edgar Wallace, an enormously popular figure in early twentieth-century crime fiction, this is an intriguing tale of a nameless threat and a cop determined to track him down.

A murder mystery full of high finance and lowdown characters from"one of the most popular writers of the early twentieth century"(Mystery Scene).   Lord Frensham is being swindled in the stock market, and his number-one suspect is Anthony Braid. But Braid has the nerve to suggest that it's actually Frensham's own nephew who's stealing from him. The truth behind the embezzlement will have to be untangled by Scotland Yard's Inspector Elk after Frensham is found dead in a highly staged "suicide" . . .

Police hunt for a gang called the India-Rubber Men, who wear gasmasks and rubber gloves, and carry gas bombs to stave off pursuit. The book was made into the successful 1938 film, "The Return of the Frog."

A man ends up stabbed to death on a street in London's Tidal Basin, victim of the almost mythical murderer roaming the streets of London, the Devil of Tidal Basin. But why is another bandit suddenly sighted in Tidal Basin as well? What connection had the Devil with White Face? Superintendent Mason, one of the Yard's Big Five wanted to know, and what Superintendent Mason wanted to know he generally found out. Criminals knew him as „Sympathetic" Mason, because of his curious methods of cross-examination. This is Edgar Wallace at his best — and Edgar Wallace is known the world over as „the king" of mystery writers. „White Face" involves more mystery than a number of his novels and recommended for people who like to treat a mystery story as a solvable riddle.