The White Moll is a crime fiction novel written by Frank L. Packard. The story revolves around a young woman named Shirley, who is known as the ""White Moll"" because of her beautiful, white-blonde hair. Shirley is a notorious criminal who is involved in a variety of illegal activities, including theft and extortion. She is also a master of disguise and is able to evade the police with ease.The novel begins with Shirley being released from prison after serving a sentence for theft. She immediately sets out to resume her criminal activities and begins planning a new heist. However, her plans are complicated by the arrival of a mysterious stranger who seems to know everything about her past.As Shirley navigates the dangerous world of organized crime, she must also confront her own feelings of guilt and regret. Along the way, she meets a variety of colorful characters, including a handsome detective who is determined to bring her to justice.The White Moll is a gripping tale of crime, betrayal, and redemption. Packard's vivid descriptions and fast-paced plot keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. This book is a must-read for fans of classic crime fiction.It was like some shadowy pantomime: The dark mouth of an alleyway thrown into murky relief by the rays of a distant street lamp...the swift, forward leap of a skulking figure...a girl's form swaying and struggling in the man's embrace. Then, a pantomime no longer, there came a half threatening, half triumphant oath; and then the girl's voice, quiet, strangely contained, almost imperious....This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.