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John Putnam Thatcher, senior vice president of the Sloan Guaranty Trust, is drawn into the affairs of Parajians, Inc. – the country’s largest Oriental‑rug enterprise and a major client of his bank. A vicious family rivalry within the Parajian clan culminates in two murders, exposing Thatcher to the perilous world of carpets, wall hangings, and intrigue. With his renowned logic and imperturbable calm, he navigates the tangled plot to ensure the rug business, and the bank’s reputation, remain intact.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Cozy Mystery
Authors: Emma Lathen
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