A Question of Trust
A Question of Trust Introduction "A Question of Trust" is a humorous and suspenseful short story written by Victor Canning. The story revolves around Horace Danby, an unusual burglar who is intelligent, polite, and honest in his own strange way. Unlike other thieves, Horace steals only once a year to buy rare books, which are his greatest passion. The story takes an unexpected turn when Horace is deceived by a clever young woman pretending to be the owner of the house. It highlights the irony that even an experienced thief can become the victim of another criminal. The title suggests that misplaced trust can lead to serious consequences. Plot of the Story The story A Question of Trust revolves around Horace Danby, a respectable-looking locksmith who secretly becomes a thief once a year to steal enough money to buy rare books. One day, he plans to rob Shotover Grange and manages to enter the house and open its safe. However, he is suddenly confronted by a young woman who pre...