Hang on a Second! Hardback
Hang on a Second! Hardback by Francis Kerr Young is a fiction novel published by Lulu.com in 2010. This 472-page book unfolds a mystery set in 1961 aboard an old passenger liner, where a double murder takes place. The narrative centers around a young Scottish marine engineer on his first voyage, who becomes the key witness in identifying the murderer. As the ship sails from New York to the Bahamas, the tension escalates with the murderer moving freely among the passengers.
Readers will find a blend of intrigue and adventure as the story explores the dynamics aboard the ship, featuring Scotland Yard detectives who join the investigation. The plot is enriched by the interactions between the young engineer and older women, adding an element of eroticism to the unfolding mystery. This edition provides a glimpse into a bygone era, making it particularly engaging for those familiar with the time period.
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Hijinks on the high seas. The year is 1961 and a double murder occurs aboard an old passenger liner. The only one who can identify the murderer is a young Scottish marine engineer on his very first voyage. Two Scotland Yard detectives board the vessel in the Port of New York and the ship sails for the Bahamas. The murderer roams the ship at will, first as a passenger and later as a stowaway. Older women show a penchant for this young fellow and his erotic adventures carry the story along. This novel is a must-read for folk that lived through that distant era.
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