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The story of Arthur Crook, a private investigator with a passion for justice, takes a twist when he is hired to solve the mystery of a woman's death. As the cases pile up, Crook becomes increasingly convinced that the victims were all in some way connected to his own client, Paul French. As the body count rises and the evidence points towards a shocking truth, Crook races against time to clear his clients' names. The novel explores themes of morality, the consequences of secrets, and the lengths to which we will go to protect those we love. It is a tale of courage, determination, and the power of the human spirit.
First publish date: 1959
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Anthony Gilbert
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