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J. S. Fletcher, born as Joseph Smith Fletcher in 1863 in Halifax, England, was a prolific English journalist and author, renowned for his detective fiction. With a career that spanned over a quarter of a century, Fletcher authored more than 200 books, embracing genres like historical fiction and mystery. His writing is characterized by meticulous plotting and a keen sense for suspense, enabling him to craft engaging narratives that captivated contemporary audiences. Among his celebrated works is 'The Orange-Yellow Diamond' (1926), a detective story that showcases Fletcher's skill in weaving a complex and intriguing mystery. The novel epitomizes Fletcher's adeptness at creating atmospheric settings and his gift for developing rounded characters, qualities that have earned him recognition in the canon of early 20th-century crime writers. Fletcher's literary output reflects the Edwardian era's fascination with crime and the growing appeal of detective stories, underscored by a distinctly British flavor in both language and social setting. His contributions to the genre have been acknowledged for their influence on subsequent generations of writers. Fletcher passed away in 1935, but his work continues to be appreciated by enthusiasts of classic detective fiction. His books remain in print and are often celebrated for their historical value and contribution to the development of the mystery genre.