28 AUGUST 1915, Page 24

READABLE NovELe.—Love in Fetters. By Richard Marsh (Cassell and Co.

es.)—Although this story of mystery by Mr. Marsh—whose recent death we regret to note—is long-drawn- out and rather pointless, it has moments of keen excitement. —The Yellow God. By H. Rider Haggard. (Same publishers. 2s. net.)—We cannot but enjoy our visits to devil worshippers, African rivers, and human idols in the company of a writer of well-earned popularity and his engaging hero. —The Man who Bought London, By Edgar Wallace. (Ward, Look, and Co. 6s.) —An extravaganza which is distinctly amusing ; it is only marred by its exaggeration and lack of subtlety.—The Care- taker. By Fergus Hume. (Same publishers and price.)— Mr. Huure's novel is sadly conventional in plot and in characterization, but at least it is pleasant and romantic.