Book 7: Chapter 10 Summary

The Carriage

Saturn approaches Daniel and Sir Isaac and informs them that John Doe, a common thief, has been captured while destroying the walls of Bedlam, a stately mansion that Dr. Hooke once owned. Saturn explains that John is currently in a holding cell, undergoing interrogation and that he hopes it will lead to Jack's capture.

Book 7: Chapter 10 Analysis

Daniel had requested at a recent meeting of the Clubb that John Doe be investigated, so his capture comes as no surprise. Daniel believes that John Doe has been acting suspiciously and that he harbors a great deal of information relating to the happenings concerning the Pyx. After the interrogation of John Doe, it is discovered that he has been instructed to search the plaster of Bedlam hoping to uncover hidden documents that Dr. Hooke strategically placed there. Daniel returns to Bedlam...