The Library Detective Returns
The Library Detective Returns by James Holding is a large print, unabridged edition published by Ulverscroft Large Print Books in November 2017. This 272-page book follows former homicide cop Hal Johnson, who now dedicates his time to tracking down overdue books, stolen volumes, and unpaid fines. Although he has left the fast-paced life of a police officer behind, Hal’s detective instincts remain sharp as he navigates the world of bibliographic delinquency.
Readers will discover how Hal’s seemingly mundane tasks often lead him to uncover more serious crimes, including fraud, theft, drug smuggling, arson, and even murder. This narrative blends elements of fiction with mystery and detective themes, showcasing how the library can be a backdrop for unexpected intrigue. Through Hal’s investigations, the story explores the complexities of crime in a setting that is typically viewed as safe and benign.
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Former Homicide cop Hal Johnson now works as ‘library fuzz’ – spending his days chasing down overdue books, stolen volumes, and owed fines. He doesn’t miss life in the fast lane. But his police training and detective instincts still prove necessary in the bibliographic delinquency division. For such apparently innocuous peccadillos on the part of borrowers often set Hal on the trail towards uncovering greater crimes: fraud, theft, drug-smuggling, arson – and even murder…
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