The Council of Justice is a novel written by the renowned British author, Edgar Wallace. It was first published in 1908 and is considered to be one of the author's most popular works. The book is a crime thriller that revolves around a group of vigilantes who form a secret council to punish criminals who have escaped the law. The council is made up of twelve members, each of whom has a specific role to play in the group's operations.The story begins with the murder of a wealthy businessman, John Minute. The police are unable to solve the crime, and Minute's family hires a private detective, Mr. Reeder, to investigate the case. Reeder soon discovers that Minute was involved in several shady deals and had many enemies who would have wanted him dead. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of intrigue and deception that leads him to the Council of Justice.The council operates in secret, and its members are bound by a strict code of ethics. They believe that the law is not always able to deliver justice, and they take matters into their own hands. However, their methods are not always legal, and their actions have consequences that they cannot always control.The novel is full of twists and turns, and the reader is kept on the edge of their seat as Reeder uncovers the truth about the council and their involvement in Minute's murder. The book is a classic example of Edgar Wallace's skill at creating suspenseful and engaging crime fiction. It is a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone who enjoys a good mystery.Note: Sequel to the Four Just Men.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
