Step into the eerie world of “The Phantom of the Circus”, a classic tale of mystery and suspense from the celebrated Japanese master of detective fiction, Edogawa Rampo.

When a traveling circus becomes the stage for a series of chilling incidents, the Boy Detectives Club is called to unravel the truth behind the enigmatic figure known as the Skeleton Man. With his spectral appearance, daring escapes, and seemingly supernatural powers, this mysterious foe sows chaos at every turn, targeting the circus’s leader and his family.

As the young detectives, led by the brilliant Kobayashi and guided by the legendary Kogoro Akechi, delve deeper, they uncover a web of disguises, illusions, and revenge. From daring chases across the big top to hidden trapdoors and cryptic messages, the story builds toward a thrilling confrontation with a master criminal whose genius matches his sinister intent.

A blend of clever deduction, youthful adventure, and eerie suspense, “The Phantom of the Circus” is a timeless addition to Edogawa Rampo’s beloved Boy Detectives series, perfect for fans of classic mystery and young adult detective stories.