Miss Ella Creed is remarkably calm after being knocked unconscious and losing her jewels to a pack of thieves—the gems were just imitations, after all. But panic sets in when she discovers a card tied around her neck that holds a crude drawing of a feathered serpent. Reporter Peter Dewin soon discovers that a wealthy artist, a boxing promoter, and a nouveau riche stockbroker all share her fear. But why? And just who is behind the feathered serpent crimes?
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Edgar Wallace was one of the most prolific and popular authors of his generation. He wrote 175 novels, 24 plays, and there have been 160 films based on his novels. He died in Hollywood in 1932.
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Late Edgar Wallace thriller,
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From the copyright date, it appears that Wallace published this novel near the end of his life. If it wasn't his last book, it must have been nearly so. It's a presentable mystery with a bit of romance thrown in. The murderer is fairly obvious early on, but I still found the story enjoyable. Wallace included some intentional self-parody, as when the characters several times remark that a particular turn of events was worthy of being included in a fictional thriller. This edition is very handsome with the cover reproducing what I assume must have been the original dust jacket.
At one time, Edgar Wallace was I believe the best selling novelist in the world. Today he is largely forgotten and most of his books are out of print, at least in the United States. So, if you have never read him, this book is a reasonable place to start.
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Dated but entertaining murder-mystery,
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Old-fashioned (1930s) murder mystery. Well-written and entertaining if a little humourless. The politeness of all concerned date it badly but also provide it with an endearing quaintness.
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William Lane, Leicester Crewe, Ella Creed, Joe Farmer, Peter Dewin, Gregory Beale, Miss Olroyd, Daphne Olroyd, Miss Creed, Harry the Barman, Grosvenor Square, Harry the Lag, Paula Ricks, Paula Staines, Harry Merstham, Tidal Basin, Central America, South American, Scotland Yard, Rowton House, East End of London, Epping Forest, Safe Deposit, Buenos Ayres, Buckingham Gate Browse Sample Pages:
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William Lane, Leicester Crewe, Ella Creed, Joe Farmer, Peter Dewin, Gregory Beale, Miss Olroyd, Daphne Olroyd, Miss Creed, Harry the Barman, Grosvenor Square, Harry the Lag, Paula Ricks, Paula Staines, Harry Merstham, Tidal Basin, Central America, South American, Scotland Yard, Rowton House, East End of London, Epping Forest, Safe Deposit, Buenos Ayres, Buckingham Gate Browse Sample Pages:
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