Books like Lonelyheart 4122 by Colin Watson
Colin Watson’s *Lonelyheart 4122* unfolds in the quaint town of Flaxborough, where two members of a local marriage bureau suddenly vanish. The case is linked to a retired naval commander recognized by the serial number Lonely Heart 4122 and an enigmatic rival, Miss Teatime, who is playing the same game. Inspector Purbright faces a complex puzzle as he tries to unravel the motives and connections behind the disappearances, delivering Watson’s signature blend of wit, ingenuity and humour in this sharp, comic whodunit.
First publish date: 1967
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Colin Watson
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