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The Three Taps

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Series Book 150 - Yellowbacks
In a gas-lit inn in the countryside a man lies dead. The police, of course, investigate - and so do Miles Bredon and his wife, in the interests of the Indescribable Insurance Company, with which the deceased man, Mr Mottram, had been heavily insured.The culprit is the three gas taps in Mr Mottram's room, and Miles hopes to prove that his death is suicide. Miles' old wartime colleague, Police ... Read more

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In a gas-lit inn in the countryside a man lies dead. The police, of course, investigate - and so do Miles Bredon and his wife, in the interests of the Indescribable Insurance Company, with which the deceased man, Mr Mottram, had been heavily insured.The culprit is the three gas taps in Mr Mottram's room, and Miles hopes to prove that his death is suicide. Miles' old wartime colleague, Police
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The Viaduct Murder

by Ronald Knox ...

Series Book 764 - Murder Room
When four friends stumble across the body of a fellow club member during a game of golf they suspect murder. The police aren't so sure, and when it looks as though the official verdict will be suicide the men are outraged. Convinced that there had been 'dirty work' and that 'the police aren't very good at following up clues', they undertake their own investigation.A classic Golden Age whodunit ... Read more

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When four friends stumble across the body of a fellow club member during a game of golf they suspect murder. The police aren't so sure, and when it looks as though the official verdict will be suicide the men are outraged. Convinced that there had been 'dirty work' and that 'the police aren't very good at following up clues', they undertake their own investigation.A classic Golden Age whodunit
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Tragedy at Ravensthorpe

by J J Connington ...

Series Book 796 - Murder Room
'Mr J. J. Connington is a name revered by all specialists on detective fiction' SpectatorIn Clinton Driffield's second case he must tangle with a plethora of crimes including robbery, murder and a disappearance - not to mention a Family Curse, and a less than sympathetic victim ... ... Read more

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'Mr J. J. Connington is a name revered by all specialists on detective fiction' SpectatorIn Clinton Driffield's second case he must tangle with a plethora of crimes including robbery, murder and a disappearance - not to mention a Family Curse, and a less than sympathetic victim ...
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Murder in the maze

by J. J. Connington ...

In "Murder in the Maze," J. J. Connington intricately weaves a tale of mystery set within the sprawling grounds of an English estate, utilizing a unique narrative style that combines the sharpness of traditional detective fiction with elements of psychological depth. The plot unfurls around a labyrinthine garden, which serves as both a literal and metaphorical maze, echoing the complexities of the ... Read more

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In "Murder in the Maze," J. J. Connington intricately weaves a tale of mystery set within the sprawling grounds of an English estate, utilizing a unique narrative style that combines the sharpness of traditional detective fiction with elements of psychological depth. The plot unfurls around a labyrinthine garden, which serves as both a literal and metaphorical maze, echoing the complexities of the
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The Studio Crime. Illustrated

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The Studio Crime by Ianthe Jerrold is a captivating and atmospheric detective novel that combines the suspense of a classic Golden Age mystery with keen psychological insight and intricate plotting. Set in the confined and often secretive world of an artist’s studio, the story explores how ambition, rivalry, and hidden desires can lead to deadly consequences. When a crime disrupts the seemingly ... Read more

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The Studio Crime by Ianthe Jerrold is a captivating and atmospheric detective novel that combines the suspense of a classic Golden Age mystery with keen psychological insight and intricate plotting. Set in the confined and often secretive world of an artist’s studio, the story explores how ambition, rivalry, and hidden desires can lead to deadly consequences. When a crime disrupts the seemingly
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The case with nine solutions

by J. J. Connington ...

In "The Case with Nine Solutions," J. J. Connington skillfully weaves a complex narrative that challenges the reader to engage with intricate puzzles and deductive reasoning. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, this detective novel employs a blend of clever misdirection and intellectual rigor, capturing the conventions of golden age crime fiction. The book's unique structure, ... Read more

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In "The Case with Nine Solutions," J. J. Connington skillfully weaves a complex narrative that challenges the reader to engage with intricate puzzles and deductive reasoning. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, this detective novel employs a blend of clever misdirection and intellectual rigor, capturing the conventions of golden age crime fiction. The book's unique structure,
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The Duke of York's Steps

by Henry Wade ...

First published in 1929, now public domain in the US and Canada, this was the first in a series of seven novels featuring the character of Chief Inspector Poole, published during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. It is notable for its portrayal of a German Jewish character, a banker who seeks revenge and wants to murder someone for his mistreatment. It was well-received by critics and sold well ... Read more

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First published in 1929, now public domain in the US and Canada, this was the first in a series of seven novels featuring the character of Chief Inspector Poole, published during the Golden Age of Detective Fiction. It is notable for its portrayal of a German Jewish character, a banker who seeks revenge and wants to murder someone for his mistreatment. It was well-received by critics and sold well
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The Piccadilly Murder

by Anthony Berkeley ...

First published in 1929, ''The Piccadilly Murder'' by Anthony Berkeley features the popular amateur sleuth, Roger Sheringham. Sheringham investigates the death of a man in a London tea shop, initially thought to be a heart attack but soon revealed to involve foul play. True to Berkeley's style, the story unfolds with wit, sharp dialogue, and a focus on psychological depth. Berkeley's hallmark is ... Read more

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First published in 1929, ''The Piccadilly Murder'' by Anthony Berkeley features the popular amateur sleuth, Roger Sheringham. Sheringham investigates the death of a man in a London tea shop, initially thought to be a heart attack but soon revealed to involve foul play. True to Berkeley's style, the story unfolds with wit, sharp dialogue, and a focus on psychological depth. Berkeley's hallmark is
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Appleby's End

by Michael Innes ...

Series Book 10 - The Inspector Appleby Mysteries
A Scotland Yard detective is snowed in with a strange family and a killer with a lethal passion for literature in this classic British mystery.Something's afoot in the village of Snarl. Incidents include animals turned to stone and ominous tombstones inscribed with deaths yet to come. Det. Insp. John Appleby is travelling by train from London to consult on the case. However, impending his arrival ... Read more

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A Scotland Yard detective is snowed in with a strange family and a killer with a lethal passion for literature in this classic British mystery.Something's afoot in the village of Snarl. Incidents include animals turned to stone and ominous tombstones inscribed with deaths yet to come. Det. Insp. John Appleby is travelling by train from London to consult on the case. However, impending his arrival
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Mystery At Lynden Sands

by J. J. Connington ...

Mystery At Lynden Sands, first published in 1928, is the fourth book in author J. J. Connington's series featuring chief-constable Sir Clinton Driffield. Set on the English seaside, Driffield encounters the return of a missing heir (who is possibly an impostor), an accidental bigamist, secret marriages and impersonations, embezzlement of trust funds, a kidnapping, and two murders. As is typical of ... Read more

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Mystery At Lynden Sands, first published in 1928, is the fourth book in author J. J. Connington's series featuring chief-constable Sir Clinton Driffield. Set on the English seaside, Driffield encounters the return of a missing heir (who is possibly an impostor), an accidental bigamist, secret marriages and impersonations, embezzlement of trust funds, a kidnapping, and two murders. As is typical of
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Dr. Priestley Investigates

by John Rhode ...

One rainy November evening, Thomas Awdrey is pulled in for drunken driving in Lenhaven. It is only on further examination of the vehicle that the police realise that the very drunk Awdrey has a passenger who is dead. A more thorough examination leads to the conclusion that Awdrey had run the man over. With a shoddy explanation for events, he is soon arrested for manslaughter. Thus begins the ... Read more

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One rainy November evening, Thomas Awdrey is pulled in for drunken driving in Lenhaven. It is only on further examination of the vehicle that the police realise that the very drunk Awdrey has a passenger who is dead. A more thorough examination leads to the conclusion that Awdrey had run the man over. With a shoddy explanation for events, he is soon arrested for manslaughter. Thus begins the
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Operation Pax

by Michael Innes ...

Series Book 12 - The Inspector Appleby Mysteries
In this chilling classic British mystery thriller, a Scotland Yard inspector and his sister search for her missing fiancé in a city of vanishing people.Petty con man Alfred Routh thinks a place like Milton Manor outside Oxford will have something nice to steal. When he learns what is inside, however, he is desperate to steal away with his life . . .Meanwhile, Sir John Appleby from Scotland Yard is ... Read more

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In this chilling classic British mystery thriller, a Scotland Yard inspector and his sister search for her missing fiancé in a city of vanishing people.Petty con man Alfred Routh thinks a place like Milton Manor outside Oxford will have something nice to steal. When he learns what is inside, however, he is desperate to steal away with his life . . .Meanwhile, Sir John Appleby from Scotland Yard is
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