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Name: The Ragman's Memory
Author: Archer Mayor

The case begins with a bird’s nest made of human hair, hinting at a brutal murder. Lt. Joe Gunther follows a trail of grisly clues to uncover the victim—a teenage girl from a rough part of town—and the mystery’s origins, from Brattleboro’s basement dives to the city’s affluent estates. Central to cracking the case is the delayed recollection of an old World War II veteran, the so‑called ragman, whose memories hold the key to stopping the killer. Gunther’s investigation weaves through small‑town Vermont, exploring social divisions and the overlooked stories of ordinary citizens, while confronting the lingering trauma of past wars.

First publish date: 1996

Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural

Authors: Archer Mayor

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