The Sacred Crescents. By William Westall. (Chatto and Windus. 6s.) 7 -Mr.Westalrs
story reminds us, naturally, of "The Moonstone." There is, indeed, considerable difference between the two plots, but both the stories have to do with that most in- convenient kind of property, the historic jewel. The greater part of the volume is occupied with the narrative of a certain Colonel Yule, who has had various adventures in the obscure region of Afghanistan and the neighbouring provinces. When he comes to a characteristic end, we are occupied with the fortunes of his daughter Aisha. Meanwhile the jewels make occasional appearances, generally in company with a thief of a more or less romantic kind. This is one of the novels of which it is not possible to say much without spoiling the story. Our readers must be content with the brief verdict that The Sacred Crescents is not unworthy of the veteran teller of tales whose name appears on the title-page.
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