Fergus Hume 
Miss Mephistopheles 

'Miss Mephistopheles’ is a novel written by British author Fergus Hume and published in 1898. It is a sequel to Hume’s earlier novel, 'Madame Midas.’ The book continues the story of Madame Midas, a wealthy woman who made her fortune from gold mining in Australia. In 'Miss Mephistopheles, ’ Madame Midas travels to Europe, where she becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and deceit involving a cast of colorful characters. The novel explores themes of greed, ambition, and betrayal, and is known for its fast-paced plot and vivid descriptions of European society in the late 19th century. 'Miss Mephistopheles’ is considered a classic work of Victorian-era literature and a notable example of Hume’s talent for crafting engaging and suspenseful plots.