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Timothy Kinnit, a promising aristocratic scion, is set to marry his dream girl until whispers about his lineage erupt, prompting his bride’s father to halt the wedding. Soon after, Timothy becomes the chief suspect in a burglary and a suspicious death. The case reaches Albert Campion, a seasoned private investigator, who dives into the tangled web of foul play. Campion discovers that someone will stop at any gruesome measure to keep Timothy from uncovering the truth. As clues surface, Campion races against time to protect Timothy and expose the dark forces manipulating the elite.
First publish date: 1962
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Margery Allingham
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