A grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of fiction’s greatest detectives. Here, in Stout’s third and fourth complete Wolfe mysteries, the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth and his trusty man-about-town, Archie Goodwin, solve two of their most baffling cases.The Rubber BandWhat do a Wild West lynching and a respected English nobleman have in common? On the surface, absolut...

Over My Dead Body by Rex Stout is a captivating installment in the Nero Wolfe series, blending sharp wit, intricate plotting, and high-stakes intrigue. When the famously reclusive and eccentric detective Nero Wolfe is drawn into a case involving personal connections and international intrigue, his methodical brilliance is put to the ultimate test.The story begins when Wolfe's quiet routine is interrupted by the arrival of a beautiful young woman seeking his help. Claiming to be his ...

“Nero Wolfe towers over his rivals...he is an exceptional character creation.” —New YorkerA grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of fiction’s greatest detectives. Here, in this special double edition, the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth and his trusty man-about-town, Archie Goodwin, solve two of their most bizarre cases.Some Buried CaesarA priz...

As any herpetologist will tell you, the fer-de-lance is among the most dreaded snakes known to man. When someone makes a present of one to Nero Wolfe, Archie Goodwin knows he's getting dreadully close to solving the devilishly clever murders of an immigrant and a college president. As for Wolfe, he's playing snake charmer in a case with more twists than an anaconda -- whistling a seductive tune he hopes will catch a killer who's still got poison in his heart.

The perfect introduction to crime fiction’s greatest armchair detective: three mysteries featuring Nero Wolfe and his nemesis, gangland kingpin Arnold Zeck . . .AND BE A VILLAINTHE SECOND CONFESSIONIN THE BEST FAMILIESA guest on a radio talk show drops dead on-air after drinking a glass of a sponsor’s beverage. A business mogul suspects his daughter’s lawyer boyfriend of engaging in highly un-...

A grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of fiction’s greatest detectives. In this pair of classic Nero Wolfe mysteries, Stout is at his unparalleled best as the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth and his trusty man-about-town, Archie Goodwin, are served two lethally appetizing cases.Too Many CooksEveryone knows that too many cooks spoil the broth, but you’d hardly ...

Red Threads by Rex Stout is a stand-alone mystery that masterfully combines suspense, romance, and intrigue, showcasing Stout's talent for crafting compelling plots and vibrant characters. Departing from his renowned Nero Wolfe series, this novel introduces Inspector Cramer in a starring role, navigating a baffling case that tests his investigative prowess.The story begins with the shocking murder of Val Carew, a prominent and wealthy businessman, in his office at a New York fashion...

A grand master of the form, Rex Stout is one of America’s greatest mystery writers, and his literary creation Nero Wolfe is one of fiction’s greatest detectives. Here, in Stout’s first two complete Wolfe mysteries, the arrogant, gourmandizing, sedentary sleuth and his trusty man-about-town Archie Goodwin solve their most baffling cases.Fer-de-lanceThe fer-de-lance is among the most deadly snakes known to man. When someone makes a present of one to Nero Wolfe...

Meet the amazing Alphabet Hicks.The disbarred lawyer, uncommon cabby, and investigator extraordinaire confronts cynical cops and conniving corporations as he pieces together a complex series of confusing clues to trap a cold-blooded killer.An Intimate Problem . . .There was proof positive that Judith Dundee was double-crossing her industrialist husband—and that she’d been involved in a brutal murder.Private Detective Alphabe...

Under the Andes is an early novel by Rex Stout, first published in the All-Story Magazine in 1914. Temptress Desirée Le Mire and brothers Paul and Harry Lamar search for lost treasure in a mysterious cave. They encounter Incas who have been deformed by living underground. Rex Stout was an American crime writer best known for creating the character Nero Wolfe. During the Great Depression, he was an enthusiastic supporter of the New Deal. He was an original board member of the American Civil...

The Great Detective Library: 101 Legendary Detective Novels & Stories is a captivating anthology that brings together the finest works from the world’s most renowned sleuths. Featuring iconic characters such as Hercule Poirot, Father Brown, Nero Wolfe, Sherlock Holmes, Inspector Alan Grant, Albert Campion, Miss Marple, and many others, this collection offers a comprehensive journey through the evolution of detective fiction. Spanning the golden age of mysteries and beyond, this anthology s...

All pretty Amy Denovo wants to find the father she has never seen, but she can’t afford Nero Wolfe’s outlandish fees . . . or can she? Suddenly she’s knocking on the oversized detective’s door with a parcel full of bills in hand—and a quarter of a million hidden in her closet. It’s all part of a nest egg left by her unknown father. But when Wolfe and his able assistant, Archie Goodwin, begin to trace the money to the man, they make a startling discovery: Amy’s father murdered her mother—an...