Hook line: A keen detective pursues a daring thief through a world of masquerade, intrigue, and glittering clues.
In this suspenseful tale, a shrewd New York detective pursues a clever thief, uncovering how a single clue can crack a case. A public-spirited cat-and-mouse game unfolds against a backdrop of high society, masquerade balls, and ornate rooms where every gesture may hide a motive. The drama deepens as the detective pieces together how events connect across cities, disguises, and secrets.
The story blends puzzle solving with stylish atmosphere, inviting readers to watch the detective read people as easily as pages in a book. Rich dialogue and brisk pacing keep the focus on deduction, strategy, and the art of crime itself without losing the human stakes behind the mystery.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic detective tales, clever sleuthing, and intricate plots set against a vivid, theatrical backdrop.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book follows Jack Barnes, a brilliant and experienced detective, as he delves into two intriguing cases: a daring train robbery and the subsequent discovery of a mysterious murder. The author juxtaposes the two cases, leading the reader to question whether they are linked and how. As Barnes investigates, he encounters a cast of complex characters, each with their own secrets and motives, including a cunning art thief and a mysterious woman entangled in both cases. The book explores the cat-and-mouse game between the detective and the perpetrators, as Barnes uses his keen intellect and intuition to unravel the truth. Skillfully written, the novel offers insights into the nature of crime, justice, and the complex web of human relationships. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330095072_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330095072
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330095072
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 300 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.62 inches. This item is printed on demand. N° de réf. du vendeur zk1330095073
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 300 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25769850/2
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