The Veiled Lady

Previously published in the print anthology Poirot's Early Cases. A woman about to be married is blackmailed by a former flame who threatens to send her fiancé an old love letter she wrote.

"The Veiled Lady" takes readers on a captivating journey in a short story by the incomparable Agatha Christie, featuring her iconic detective Hercule Poirot. In this narrative, Poirot is faced with the challenge of unraveling a peculiar case involving a mysterious veiled lady and a valuable piece of jewelry. As Poirot delves into the intricacies of high-society secrets and hidden motives, readers are treated to a masterful blend of Christie's trademark wit, clever deductions, and unexpected twists. The story unfolds against the backdrop of glamour and deception, showcasing Poirot's ability to see beyond appearances. "The Veiled Lady" stands as another testament to Agatha Christie's ability to craft compelling mysteries within a concise format. With Poirot's astute insights and the author's storytelling finesse, this short story provides enthusiasts with a delightful glimpse into the world of Hercule Poirot's investigations.

A heavily veiled lady arrives and identifies herself as Lady Millicent Castle Vaughan, whose engagement to the Duke of Southshire was recently announced. At age sixteen she wrote an indiscreet letter to a soldier...a letter now in the hands of a blackmailer. Can Poirot retrieve it and save her reputation?

A young lady, soon to be married, is being blackmailed and pleads for Poriot ́s help. The blackmailer threatens to send to her future husband an old love letter she wrote. Poirot is determined to find the letter, but will he have to turn to crime to do so?

Francis Hopkinson Smith in the book "The Veiled Lady, and Other Men and Women" discusses the story of a woman, Yuleima, the vailed lady. This book is a collection of stories which include Loretta of the Shipyards, A coat of red lead through Muggles's supreme court. A book of the short, concise story that promotes social responsibility and good behavior among other things.