A murder trial that becomes more complex as it proceeds, and (strange to say) less sordid; for under cross-examination there gradually emerges the story of a bygone romance so touching that the young squire, on his acquittal of the murder charge, yields the centre of the stage to his poor, foolish, fluttering mother. _By the same Author_: The Handsome Man A Monkey in Silk The Left Lady The Author writes a rattling good yarn, full of excitement. Thoroughly brisk in action, her stories are told in a virile and spirited manner. WARD, LOCK & CO., LIMITED NEW FICTION WINNING THROUGH By JESSE TEMPLETON The story of the shipwreck of an Atlantic Liner and of the thrilling adventures that befall a small party of survivors stranded in Labrador. Their efforts to reach civilisation have an epic character, yet a romantic thread runs through the story to the very end. _Previous Novels by this Author_: Dead or Alive Between the Tides Clay-Face The Bitter Test The Yellow Hibiscus Ten Fathoms Deep Mr. Templeton has reached distinct artistry in attractive dialogue, in clean and wholesome action and in presentation of exciting situations without undue strain on credulity. WARD, LOCK &CO., LIMITED NEW FICTION THE HAWKMOOR MYSTERY By W. H. LANE CRAUFORD _Author of "The Missing Ace"_ A diamond of incalculable value is stolen from an Indian Temple by Captain Berrington. Then, some twenty years afterwards, in an English country house, there are strange and bewildering happenings. The elucidation of the mystery involved makes an exceptionally thrilling and powerful story. A story written in a light vein that will bring many a chuckle to you whilst its most absorbing problem is gradually unfolded. WARD, LOCK & CO., LIMITED