DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Midnight Guest" (A Detective Story) by Fred M. White. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Fred M. White (1859–1935), born Frederick Merrick White, was a prolific British author best known for his wide-ranging contributions to the adventure and detective fiction genres. His literary career spanned the late Victorian era through the early 20th century. White's narratives often intertwined action with mystery, reflecting social concerns of his time period and a fascination with scientific advancements. 'The Midnight Guest' is among the myriad of novels he penned, showcasing his signature style of suspense and intrigue. His works frequently appeared in popular periodicals before being published in book form, aligning him with the era's customs of serialized storytelling. Although not as renowned as some contemporaries, White's novels have been appreciated for their ability to capture the readers' imagination and provide insight into the mores and anxieties of the turn-of-the-century Britain.