An Antarctic Mystery

The narrative centers on Jeorling, a wealthy American, who embarks on a journey aboard the Halbrane from the Kerguelen Islands. Seeking passage back to the USA, he encounters Captain Len Guy, who hesitantly accepts him as a passenger. Their voyage takes a dark turn when they discover a dead body on a stray iceberg, linked to a ship named Jane. A note reveals that the deceased sailor and others, including Captain William Guy, survived an assassination attempt, setting the stage for intrigue and danger on the high seas.