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Perry Mason, the renowned American detective, is retained by a woman who seeks to thwart her husband's romantic advances towards an attractive divorcee. Mason, a skilled lawyer, devises a clever scheme to create business difficulties for the divorcΓ©e, hoping to uncover her true nature. However, this plan inadvertently leads to a murder that Mason must investigate. In the preliminary hearing, his client's case is shown to be extraordinarily unprofessional. Despite the initial setback, Mason plays the role of a jury trial, managing to navigate through the complexities of the case. The story unfolds with Mason's unwavering commitment to justice and his ability to adapt to unexpected circumstances, leaving the reader with a satisfying conclusion.
First publish date: 1955
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Erle Stanley Gardner
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