The Eye of Osiris by R. Austin Freeman is a captivating mystery novel that kept me on the edge of my seat until the very end. The story follows a young doctor named John Bellingham who is accused of murdering his wife, but claims to be innocent. As the investigation unfolds, it becomes clear that there is more to the case than meets the eye.

The author does a fantastic job of building suspense and keeping the reader guessing as new clues and revelations are uncovered. The characters are well-developed and the plot is intricate and engaging. Freeman's writing style is descriptive and engaging, making it easy to become immersed in the story.

Overall, The Eye of Osiris is a fantastic read for anyone who enjoys a good mystery novel. I highly recommend it to fans of the genre and look forward to reading more of Freeman's work in the future.

Book Description:

The Eye of Osiris is an early example from the Dr. Thorndyke series of detective stories written by R. Austin Freeman. In these stories, the author drew on his extensive medical and scientific knowledge for his main character, a medico-legal expert who relies on forensic evidence and logical deduction in solving cases. In this case, Thorndyke steps in to investigate the disappearance of one John Bellingham, an English gentleman and amateur Egyptologist, who has vanished under very mysterious circumstances. Thorndyke’s involvement in the case arises from a both purely professional interest in the unique character of the case, as well as from the fact that a young doctor and former student of his has recently become closely acquainted with the missing man’s brother and niece.