Books like You Never Know with Women by James Hadley Chase
Floyd Jackson, a seasoned private investigator and blackmailer, finds himself entangled in a high‑stakes theft when Cornelius Gorman enlists him to recover a priceless Cellini dagger stolen from millionaire Lindsay Brett’s home by Veda Rux, a striking blonde stripper. Jackson, drawn by Veda’s beauty and temptingly generous payment, dismisses red flags and agrees to the risky task.
Once involved, Jackson’s fate is sealed. The situation spirals into a relentless intrigue that places him in a perilous position, making him an unwitting pawn in Murder’s game. His entanglement with Veda’s charm and the high‑profile theft places him on a treacherous path where every move could lead to danger.
First publish date: 1949
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: James Hadley Chase
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