The White Moll (ePub)

Frank Lucius Packard (1877-1942) was a Canadian novelist, best known for his thrilling adventure tales and mystery stories. Born on February 2, 1877, in Montreal, Quebec, Packard graduated from McGill University and initially pursued a career in civil engineering before turning his attention to literature. Packard's storytelling prowess was evident in his creation of intriguing and suspense-filled narratives, often set against the gritty backdrop of criminal underworlds and featuring daring heroes and heroines who navigate treacherous circumstances with cunning and bravery. One of Packard's enduring creations is 'The White Moll' (1920), a novel that delves into the life of a female protagonist who leads a double-life in the urban landscape, balancing an outward appearance of a saint with an inner reality tinged with crime. Packard's writing is characterized by his thorough use of suspense, well-constructed plots, and a narrative style that frequently keeps readers at the edge of their seats. His work contributes to the early 20th-century canon of crime and detective fiction, and it continues to captivate audiences seeking tales of mystery and adventure. Though Frank L. Packard's name may not be as widely recognized as some of his contemporaries, his contributions to the genre have undeniably enriched the landscape of early Canadian literature and paved the way for future generations of writers in the mystery and adventure genres.