Author of "The Impostor," "The Colonel of the Red Huzzars,"

"The Woman in Question," "The Princess Dehra," etc.

Three colored illustrations

By CLARENCE F. UNDERWOOD

12mo. Decorated Cloth, $1.25 net.

In this new novel Mr. Scott returns to modern times, where he is as much at home as when writing of imaginary kingdoms or the days of powder and patches. Mr. Scott's last novel, "The Impostor," had Annapolis in 1776 as its locale, but he shows his versatility by centering the important events of this romance in and around Annapolis of today.

There are mystery and action a-plenty, and a charming love interest adds greatly to an already brilliant and exciting narrative.

CRITICAL OPINIONS

"A brisk and cleanly tale."—Smart Set.

"A sparkling, appealing novel of today."—Portland Oregonian.

"Enjoys the exceptional merit of being a stirring treasure tale kept within the bounds of likelihood."—San Francisco Chronicle.

"A charming and captivating romance filled with action from the opening to the close, so fascinating is the story wrought."—Pittsburg Post.

"Just such a dashing tale of love and adventure as habitual fiction readers have learned to expect from Mr. Scott. A well told tale with relieving touches of dry humor and a climax unusual and strong."—Chicago Record Herald.