“Another gripping novel from Classic Detective Presents”…This classic mystery will keep you hooked till the end. After Nita Selim is murdered during a high society bridge party in the town of Hamilton, Investigator Bonnie Dundee takes on the case, one method he decides to employ is a re-enactment of that evening's events particularly those surrounding the 'death hand'...

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The Black Pigeon, first published in 1929, is a mystery centering on the murder of "Handsome Harry" Borden, a lecherous, unethical stock promoter, who had cost many investors their life-savings. Borden's secretary, a suspect herself, convinces Detective Sergeant McMann that she can be of assistance, and sets out determine the true identity of the killer.There were plenty of reasons for "Handsome Harry" Borden to be murdered. After all, he had cost numerous investors...

In "Murder at Bridge," readers are likely presented with a classic whodunit mystery set in a small town or village. The plot may revolve around the investigation of a murder that occurs during a bridge game, with the amateur detective or local authorities trying to unravel the clues and identify the culprit among the suspects.Anne Austin's writing style is likely characterized by its intricate plotting, clever red herrings, and compelling characters. As with many mystery novels of the time...

In "Girl Alone," the narrative likely revolves around a young woman who finds herself facing various challenges or experiences that force her to rely on her own strength and resilience. The title suggests themes of independence, self-discovery, and perhaps the journey towards finding one's place in the world.Austin's works often delve into the inner lives of her characters, exploring their emotions, desires, and conflicts as they navigate the complexities of relationships and personal grow...

One Drop of Blood, first published in 1932, opens with the murder of Dr. Carl Koenig, the chief psychiatrist at the Mayfield Sanitarium in the midwestern city of Hamilton. The weapon used to kill Dr. Koenig is the proverbial "blunt instrument," and the psychiatrist's office has been trashed, presumably by the killer. Is the murderer one of the quite possibly insane patients? Or is it a perfectly sane, if devilish, plot created by someone else— perhaps one of the other staf...

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Inhabitants of the small town of Hamilton joke that they are afraid of being the dummy when playing Bridge, for fear of being murdered. Meanwhile, Special Investigator Bonnie Dundee demands a re-enactment of the ‘death hand’ to try and find out why, and how, the victim was killed during a high society Bridge party.

Long as you said it was, Sally!" Thelma sobbed, as grieved for the loss of illusion as for the loss of her treasure. "I reckon I'm plumb foolish to go on play-acting all the time," Sally Ford said dully. The three little girls and the 16-year-old "mother" of them scrubbed in silence for several minutes, doggedly hurrying to make up for lost time. Then Thelma, who could never nurse grief or anger, spoke cheerfully: "Reckon the new kid's gettin' her phys'cal zamination. When I come into the ...

Detective Classics presents you Murder at Bridge in a fantastic ebook edition.This classic mystery will keep you hooked till the end. After Nita Selim is murdered during a high society bridge party in the town of Hamilton, Investigator Bonnie Dundee takes on the case, one method he decides to employ is a re-enactment of that evening's events particularly those surrounding the 'death hand'...

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