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When Amelia "Amy" DeNovo, Lily Rowan’s assistant, seeks Archie's help to find her father, she manipulates the budding detective into a case he would otherwise decline. With only $2,000, Archie offers cautious advice, honoring his contract with Nero Wolfe. The case deepens as Amy confronts Wolfe, offering more money in a desperate attempt to ignite his interest. Yet the investigation stalls: no birth certificate records, no photographs, and hints that Amy’s mother has recently fallen victim to a hit‑and‑run. Amid these complications, Archie and Wolfe must navigate financial limits and interpersonal conflicts to solve the mystery of Amy’s absent father.
Set against the backdrop of New York City, the story explores the dynamics between a rookie detective, a seasoned private investigator, and an enigmatic young woman bound by family secrets.
First publish date: 1968
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Rex Stout
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