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Gilmore Henry, a lawyer and troubleshooter, begins his career with a threatening client who hands him a red‑hot chestnut. As he enters the legal world, he must navigate a case involving the disappearance of David Matthews, a broken engagement, a lawsuit, and the discovery of three unidentified corpses—all within a single day. With his reputation on the line, Gilmore fights to untangle the legal complexities, apprehend a killer, and mend his own romantic troubles, all while confronting the unpredictable nature of justice. This mystery–detective novel, set in the realm of contemporary legal drama, follows Gilmore as he balances courtroom strategy with investigative sleuthing, ultimately illustrating how a single day can test the limits of a fledgling career.
First publish date: 1944
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: C. W. Grafton
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