Books like French strikes oil by Freeman Wills Crofts
The discovery of oil in a small English county in the early 1950s triggers a cascade of political and environmental concerns, framing this modern mystery. When a violent death shocks the community, the family’s baffled reactions lead suspicion in all directions. Inspector Joseph French, a seasoned detective, follows the clues with meticulous care to uncover the truth behind the fatal incident.
First publish date: 1951
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Police Procedural
Authors: Freeman Wills Crofts
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