'The Midnight Guest' by Fred M. White follows the story of a woman, Mrs. Delahay, who rushes to Lord Ravenspur's house to deliver the devastating news that her husband, Louis, has been murdered. As Lord Ravenspur attempts to comfort her, he begins to question the circumstances of Louis' death. Through the investigation that follows, the reader is taken on a thrilling journey filled with intrigue, danger, and suspense.